Knicks vs Magic Prediction and NBA Tips - 9 March 2024
Last updated: Mar 9, 2024, 12:34AM | Published: Mar 7, 2024, 10:47PMThe New York Knicks will play the Orlando Magic in NBA action at Madison Square Garden on Saturday, beginning at 11:30am AEDT.
With star players Jalen Brunson, Donte DiVincenzo and Bojan Bogdanovic, the Knicks are up against a Magic side that includes Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Cole Anthony.
Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Knicks vs Magic game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed below.
Who Will Win: Knicks vs Magic
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's New York-Orlando NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Knicks a 58% chance of defeating the Magic at Madison Square Garden.
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Knicks vs Magic: Odds
The current Betfair betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at Madison Square Garden are listed below:
- Head to Head: Knicks $1.77, Magic $2.24
- Line: Knicks -2.5 ($1.91), Magic +2.5 ($1.98)
- Total (Over/Under 207.5 Points): Over $1.95, Under $1.89
Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Knicks at $1.77 and the Magic at $2.24.
The Knicks are 2.5-point favourites against the Magic, with odds of $1.91 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Magic (+2.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.98.
The Over/Under for total points scored has been set at 207.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.95 and odds for the Under at $1.89.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Knicks and the Magic have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 207.5-point Over/Under has a 51% chance of going Over.
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Knicks vs Magic: Best Bets
- Head to Head: New York at $1.77 with Betfair (58% probability)
- Line: Magic +2.5 at $1.98 with Betfair (50% probability)
- Total Points: Over 207.5 at $1.95 with Betfair (51% probability)
Today's Knicks vs Magic predictions are based on detailed simulations and gambling experience to bring you the best possible advice around the clock.
Knicks vs Magic: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Knicks vs Magic at Madison Square Garden this Saturday has the Knicks winning 105-102.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of New York vs Orlando on Saturday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live win probabilities.
Knicks vs Magic: Player Props
Player props are a great way to bet on Knicks vs Magic without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict how each team's leading players will perform at Madison Square Garden.
Jalen Brunson is expected to step up for the Knicks with 32 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists, while Paolo Banchero is projected to finish with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists for the Magic.
Knicks Projected Box Score
Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
---|---|---|---|
Jalen Brunson | 32 | 4 | 7 |
Donte DiVincenzo | 21 | 5 | 4 |
Bojan Bogdanovic | 16 | 2 | 2 |
Josh Hart | 11 | 10 | 5 |
Miles McBride | 9 | 1 | 2 |
Magic Projected Box Score
Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
---|---|---|---|
Paolo Banchero | 25 | 6 | 7 |
Franz Wagner | 22 | 5 | 5 |
Cole Anthony | 13 | 4 | 4 |
Wendell Carter | 12 | 7 | 2 |
Markelle Fultz | 10 | 3 | 4 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the New York vs Orlando game at Madison Square Garden.
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Knicks vs Magic: Preview
The NBA game between the Knicks and Magic at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to tip off at 11:30am AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic
- Date: Saturday 9 March 2024
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our New York vs Orlando predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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