The Orlando Magic (24-25) travel to face off against the Utah Jazz (10-36) on Saturday, February 1st. This game will be played at Delta Center in Salt Lake City and televised on KJZZ. Both the Magic and Jazz will be looking to bounce back from losses in their previous games. Tip off is scheduled for 5:00 ET.

Magic vs Jazz

The Magic Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Orlando dropped to 24-25 on the season after a 119-90 road loss to Portland on Thursday. The Magic were favored by 5 points but failed to cover the spread, and the game’s total of 209 points came in just under the 212.5-point line.

Orlando started strong, going on a 10-0 run early and leading 35-28 after the 1st quarter. However, Portland took control from there, outscoring the Magic 34-18 in the 2nd quarter and extending their lead to 91-73 by the end of the 3rd. Orlando managed just 17 points in the 4th quarter, while Portland added 28 more to seal the win.

The Jazz Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

The Jazz fell to 10-36 on the season after a 138-113 loss to the Timberwolves on Thursday. Utah, who were +5.5 point underdogs, not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 251.5 exceeded the 224.5-point line by 26.5 points.

Utah led 31-27 after the 1st quarter, but an 11-0 run by the Timberwolves shifted the momentum. Minnesota outscored Utah 30-22 in the 2nd quarter and 44-22 in the 3rd, leaving the Jazz trailing 101-75 going into the 4th. Utah edged Minnesota 38-37 in the final quarter, but the game was already out of reach.

Magic Offense Breakdown

In their 119-90 loss to the Trail Blazers, the Magic struggled offensively, shooting just 42% from the field and making only 5 threes at a 19.2% clip. Franz Wagner led the way with 24 points, scoring 10 in the 3rd quarter, while Paolo Banchero added 21 points and 6 rebounds.

Cole Anthony contributed 16 points, hitting 3 threes at 42.9%, with 6 of his points coming in the 4th quarter. Wendell Carter also chipped in 6 points in the opening period.

Jazz Offense Breakdown

Keyonte George led the Jazz with 23 points on perfect shooting in their loss to the Timberwolves, while Collin Sexton added 19 points and 5 assists. John Collins and Jordan Clarkson each contributed 16 points, with Lauri Markkanen adding 15.

Utah hit 14 threes at a 41.2% clip, shooting 50.6% from the field overall. Isaiah Collier scored 7 of his 11 points in the 4th quarter, while George and Sexton each added 7 points in the 3rd.

Magic Team Defense

The Magic struggled defensively against the Trail Blazers, giving up 119 points on 52% shooting. Orlando allowed 28 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, but their toughest stretch came in the 2nd, where they gave up 34 points.

From beyond the arc, the Magic allowed Portland to hit 12 threes at a 48% clip. The Trail Blazers also went to the line 31 times, making 25 free throws. Defensively, Orlando recorded 8 steals and 6 blocks.

Jazz Team Defense

Defensively, the Magic struggled against the Trail Blazers, giving up 119 points on 52% shooting. Orlando allowed 28 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, with their worst defensive stretch coming in the 2nd, where they gave up 34 points.

From beyond the arc, the Magic allowed Portland to hit 12 threes on 48% shooting. The Trail Blazers also went to the line 31 times, converting 25 free throws. Orlando finished with 8 steals and 6 blocks in the game.

Magic vs Jazz Trends

• Through their last five road contests, the Magic offense has averaged 97 points per game while allowing an average of 119. Orlando posted an overall record of 0-5 while going 0-5 ATS.
• Across their five previous home games, Utah has an ATS mark of 2-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 0-5 while averaging 112 points per game.
• Going back to their previous three games as the underdog, Utah has an ATS mark of 0-3 while going 0-3 straight up.
• In their last five games as the betting favorite, the Magic have a straight up record of 1-4 and an ATS mark of 1-4.

Magic vs Jazz Prediction

As the underdogs with a spread of +5.5, we recommend going with the Jazz on the point spread. We not only see them covering the spread but also have a strong likelihood of winning this one outright, especially if you’re seeking a higher payout on the moneyline.

Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 216, and our model predicts the Magic and Jazz to score a combined 269 points. We recommend betting on the over.

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