The Orlando Magic (25-27) travel to face off against the Denver Nuggets (32-19) on Thursday, February 6th. This game will be played at Ball Arena in Denver and televised on ALT2. Both team’s come into this one having won their previous games. Tip-off is set for 9:00 ET.

Magic vs Nuggets

The Magic Are Coming Off A Win

Orlando improved to 25-27 on the season with a 130-111 road win over the Kings on Wednesday. The Magic entered the game as +4 point underdogs and not only won but covered the spread. The total score of 241 points exceeded the O/U line of 218.5 by 22.5 points.

Orlando’s 10-0 run turned the game in their favor, as they went from trailing 65-60 to leading 70-65. They dominated the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Kings 42-23, and entered the 4th quarter with a 104-83 lead.

The Nuggets Are Coming Off A Win

The Nuggets improved to 32-19 after a 144-119 home win over the Pelicans on Wednesday. Denver, favored by 11 points, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 263 points exceeded the 238-point line.

Denver took control with a 13-0 run, stretching the score from 72-69 to 82-72. They dominated the 3rd quarter, outscoring New Orleans 45-27, and closed the game by holding the Pelicans to 24 points in the 4th.

Magic Offense Breakdown

Franz Wagner’s 31 points, including 16 in the 3rd quarter, led the Magic to a 130-point performance in their win over the Kings. Wagner hit 5 threes at an 83.3% clip, while the team shot 51.6% from deep, connecting on 16 threes overall.

Orlando finished with a 56.8% field goal percentage, with Paolo Banchero adding 23 points and 9 assists. Cole Anthony contributed 10 of his 14 points in the 3rd quarter, while Anthony Black also scored 7 of his 15 points in the period.

Nuggets Offense Breakdown

Michael Porter Jr. and Nikola Jokić combined for 77 points in the Nuggets’ 144-119 win over the Pelicans, with Porter contributing 39 points and 12 rebounds, hitting 5 threes at a 55.6% rate. Jokić also made 5 threes, finishing with 38 points, 10 assists, and 8 rebounds.

Christian Braun added 23 points, scoring 11 in the 3rd quarter. The Nuggets shot 57% from the field, making 16 threes at a 37.2% clip.

Magic Team Defense

Even with a shaky defensive start, the Magic held the Kings to 111 points in their win on Wednesday. Orlando gave up 31 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 23 points.

Orlando put Sacramento on the line 28 times, with the Kings hitting 21 free throws. The Magic also allowed 14 offensive rebounds but managed to come up with 8 steals.

Nuggets Team Defense

Even with a shaky defensive start, the Magic held the Kings to 111 points on Wednesday, giving up 31 points in the 1st quarter before tightening up in the 3rd, where they allowed just 23 points. Orlando sent Sacramento to the line 28 times, where they made 21 free throws.

Orlando’s defense limited the Kings to 10 made threes on 37% shooting. The Magic finished with 8 steals and 3 blocks in the game.

Magic vs Nuggets Trends

• Through their last three road contests, the Magic offense has averaged 109 points per game while allowing an average of 109. Orlando posted an overall record of 1-2 while going 1-2 ATS.
• Through their last ten home contests, the Nuggets offense has averaged 117 points per game while allowing an average of 114. Denver posted an overall record of 7-3 while going 5-5 ATS.
• Going back to their previous five games as the underdog, Orlando has an ATS mark of 1-4 while going 1-4 straight up.
• Denver has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 3-0 SU and 3-0 ATS in their last three games.

Magic vs Nuggets Prediction

Entering the game as underdogs with a spread of +8, the Magic is our point spread pick. Our projections not only see them covering the spread but also indicate a solid chance of an outright victory. This is a good choice for those looking for a higher moneyline payout.

Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 221.5 and given that our model is projecting 224 points between the teams, we like the over.

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