The Magic host the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday, Mar 21. Today’s game is set for 7:00 ET and will be shown on BSF. New Orleans comes into this game as 2.5-point favorites with the total set at 207.5. Keep reading to get our Magic vs. Pelicans player props and predictions.
Magic vs. Pelicans Odds
- Spread: Pelicans -2.5
- Total 207.5
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Game Info
- Date: Thursday, Mar 21
- Time: 7:00 ET
- Location: Kia Center, Orlando FL
- TV: BSF
Pelicans Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Pelicans have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past three road matchups, New Orleans has an ATS record of 2-0-1 while averaging 107 per game. The team went 3-0 overall in these games.
- In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Pelicans have a strong straight up record of 3-0. In addition, their ATS record was 3-0 in these scenarios.
Magic Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Magic have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- Across their ten previous home games, Orlando has an ATS mark of 6-4. Their straight up record in these matchups was 7-3 while averaging 104 points per game.
- Going back to their last ten games as the underdog, the Magic have a straight up record of 4-6. But, their mark vs the spread was just 5-5.
Can The Pelicans Secure a Win at Orlando?
The Pelicans are favored by 2.5 points in today’s game against the Magic. They have been favored in 43 of their 68 games this season and have gone 29-14 in those games.
New Orleans has won three straight games and is currently 5th in the Western Conference with a record of 42-26. In the Southwest Division, they are in 1st place.
When looking at their ATS record, the Pelicans are 38-29 for the season and have covered the spread in three straight games. On the road, their ATS record is 19-15.
In their most recent game, the Pelicans defeated the Nets by a score of 104-91. They were also able to cover the spread as 7-point favorites. The O/U line for that game was 216 points.
This season, the Pelicans have an average O/U record of 29-39 and their games have averaged a combined 226.7 points. Today’s O/U line is set at 207.5 points.
When it comes to scoring, the Pelicans are 13th in the league, averaging 116 points per game. On the road, they are scoring 115.4 points per game.
So far this season, the Pelicans have outscored the NBA scoring average in 54.4% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 17th in the league at 97.6 possessions per game.
New Orleans is 8th in field goal percentage this season, hitting 48% of their shots. When it comes to two-point field goals, they are 12th in the NBA.
Not only do the Pelicans’ overall defensive numbers look good, as they are 8th in the league in points allowed. New Orleans has also been playing well on defense of late, ranking 20th in the league over their last three games at 100.7 PPG allowed. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Pelicans squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 54.9% inside the arc, and they’re also giving up 34.5% from downtown.
Are Orlando Ready for a Home Win?
In their most recent game, the Magic defeated the Hornets by a score of 112-92. The combined scoring total easily went over the O/U line of 203.5 points, and Orlando covered the spread as 13-point favorites.
Orlando has won four straight games and is currently 5th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 41-28. In the Southeast Division, they are in 1st place.
This season, the Magic have an ATS record of 46-23, including going 24-9 ATS at home. Today, they are 2.5-point underdogs and have covered the spread in their last three home games.
As the underdog, Orlando has gone 16-24 this season, and their average scoring margin in these games is -4 points per game. Today’s O/U line of 207.5 is lower than the Magic’s season average of 219.6 points per game.
On average, Orlando’s games have finished with 219.6 points per game, which is higher than today’s O/U line of 207.5. The Magic have a season record of 32-37-0 vs. the O/U.
In the Eastern Conference, the Magic are 30-17 against other teams in the East. In non-conference games, they are 11-11.
At home, the Magic are averaging 113.6 points per game, which is 19th in the NBA. Overall, they are 26th in scoring at 110.8 points per game. In terms of pace, Orlando is 26th in the league at 96.9 possessions per game.
One area where the Magic have excelled is getting to the free-throw line. They are 2nd in the NBA in free-throw attempts at 24.8 per game. In terms of field goal percentage, Orlando is 14th in the league at 47%.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Magic are last in the NBA in both three-pointers made per game (11) and three-point shooting percentage (35%). However, they are 13th in two-point field goal percentage at 54%.
This season, the Magic’s defense is the 3rd ranked defense in the NBA at 3rd PPG. So far, they have held opposing offenses below the NBA scoring average in 66.7% of their games. On two point field goal attempts, the Magic’s defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 54.9% and allowing 35.5% from beyond the arc.
Magic vs. Pelicans Player Prop
When looking at a player prop for this game, Zion Williamson has a points prop of 23.5 with both the over and under paying out at -115. Our model predicts that Zion Williamson will finish the game going 10/16 from the field and scoring 24 points. Our suggested wager is to bet on the over for his prop bet, which comes with a payout of -115.
- The Prop: Zion Williamson Over 23.5 Points (-115)
Magic vs. Pelicans Predictions
We’re calling a win for the Pelicans, with a final score of 114-110, and we’re taking them to cover the spread. Our recommendation is to bet on the Pelicans at -2.5.
As for the over/under, the line is currently at 207.5, and our model projects the Pelicans and Magic to reach a combined total of 224 points. Our bet is on taking the over.
The Pick: Pelicans -2.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook