by Rod Pearson
Thursday, Jan 12, 2023
Game Time: 9:00 pm ET, Friday, January 13, 2023
Venue: Vivint Arena, Salt Lake City, UT
Where to Watch: Sportsnet RM
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: Magic +5.5, Jazz -5.5; Over/Under: 232.5 points
Bet365: Point Spread: Magic +5.5, Jazz -5.5; Over/Under: 232 points
BetMGM: Point Spread: Magic +5.5, Jazz -5.5; Over/Under: 232.5 points
Season Record
Orlando Magic: 16-26 (4th place, Southeast Division)
Utah Jazz: 21-23 (2nd place, Northwest Division)
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Orlando Magic: 5-5 last 10
Utah Jazz: 3-7 last 10
Orlando Magic vs Utah Jazz Preview and Analysis
The Magic are coming into this game with a 16-26 record overall and they are 6-14 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off of a win against the Portland Trail Blazers in their last game. Franz Wagner led the team in points in that game with 29 while Wendell Carter, Jr. was next on the team with 20 points. Markelle Fultz led the team in assists in that game with 7 while Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter, Jr. each led the team in rebounds with 10. They were 51.3% from the field, 37.5% from 3-point range, and 80% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 110.4 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 114.2 PPG against them. The Magic have an ATS record of 22-19-1 this season and their O/U record is 21-19-2.
The Jazz are coming into this game with a 21-23 record overall and they are 13-7 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off of a win against the Cleveland Cavaliers in their last game. Jordan Clarkson led the team in points in that game with 32 while Lauri Markkanen was next on the team with 25 points. Malik Beasley, Jordan Clarkson, and Mike Conley Jr. each led the team in assists in that game with 4 while Lauri Markkanen led the team in rebounds with 16. They were 43.7% from the field, 27.8% from 3-point range, and 81.1% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 117.5 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 116.8 PPG against them. The Jazz have an ATS record of 24-20 this season and their O/U record is 25-18-1.
Magic vs Jazz Prediction
The current betting odds have the Magic listed as a 5.5 point underdog in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Magic have been bad this season with a 16-26 record overall and they have been terrible in their road games too with a 6-14 road record. They are one of the worst teams in the East right now with their record but they have actually been playing a lot better over the last few weeks and have even won a majority of their games this season in the last month. They just pulled off another upset win in their last game on the road in Portland and now they have to play a struggling Jazz team coming off an emotional win against the Cavaliers in their last game which was also the return of Donovan Mitchell to Utah for the 1st time since getting traded. The Jazz got the win in that game in what was a close game the whole time but they are due for a let down here after that win. The Magic have also been getting hot lately and they are finding ways to win games with the players they have as everything is starting to come together for them. They have the potential to pull off another upset here since the Jazz really haven't been that good this season, but even if they lose they will keep it close. The best way to place a bet here is on the Magic to cover the spread in this game.
Magic Jazz Prediction: Our NBA Pick for Friday, January 13, 2023 (9:00 pm ET start time) is Magic 104 Jazz 99.
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NBA Betting Trends
Orlando Magic: 6-0 ATS after a win by 6 points or less. 13-4 OVER in non-conference games. 8-0 OVER after a close win by 3 points or less.
Utah Jazz: 16-26 ATS when the total is greater than or equal to 230. 16-9 OVER after one or more consecutive overs. 26-17 OVER in all games.
Key Injuries
Orlando Magic: B. Bol (C) Prob Fri - Illness. C. Okeke (PF) Late Jan - Knee. J. Isaac (PF) Out indefinitely - Knee.
Utah Jazz: K. Olynyk (PF) Ques Fri - Ankle. L. Bolmaro (SF) Ques Fri - Illness. T. Horton-Tucker (SG) Ques Fri - Ankle. C. Sexton (PG) Mid Jan - Hamstring. J. Juzang (SG) Mid Jan - Wrist.
Notable Quotes
“I think that’s why you play basketball, those important plays, those important moments.” - Franz Wagner after their win against the Trail Blazers in their game on Tuesday.
“I thought our guys just really dug in, stayed the course, and stayed focused on the little things.” - Will Hardy after his team’s win against the Cavaliers in their game on Tuesday.
Starting Lineups
Orlando Magic
PG Markelle Fultz
SG Gary Harris
SF Franz Wagner
PF Paolo Banchero
C Wendell Carter Jr.
Utah Jazz
PG Mike Conley
SG Jordan Clarkson
SF Lauri Markkanen
PF Jarred Vanderbilt
C Walker Kessler
Statistical Leaders
Orlando Magic
PPG: P. Banchero (21.2)
APG: M. Fultz (5.6)
Reb/G: W. Carter Jr. (8.6)
Utah Jazz
PPG: L. Markkanen (24.5)
APG: M. Conley (7.5)
Reb/G: L. Markkanen (8.5)
Coaches:
Orlando Magic: Jamahl Mosley (2nd season)
Utah Jazz: Will Hardy (1st season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
