Magic vs Pelicans Prediction and NBA Tips - 22 March 2024
Last updated: Mar 21, 2024, 11:10PM | Published: Mar 20, 2024, 10:52PM
The Orlando Magic will face the New Orleans Pelicans in NBA action at Kia Center on Friday, beginning at 10:00am AEDT.
Led by the likes of Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Wendell Carter, the Magic are up against a Pelicans team that includes Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Magic vs Pelicans game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Magic vs Pelicans
Using detailed computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Friday's Orlando-New Orleans NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Pelicans a 60% chance of beating the Magic at Kia Center.
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Magic vs Pelicans: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Kia Center are shown below:
- Head to Head: Magic $2.26, Pelicans $1.79
- Line: Magic +3 ($1.92), Pelicans -3 ($2.00)
- Total (Over/Under 207.5 Points): Over $1.89, Under $2.00
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 Magic at $2.26 and the Pelicans at $1.79.
The Magic are 3-point underdogs against the Pelicans, with odds of $1.92 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the favourite Pelicans (-3) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $2.00.
The Over/Under for total points scored has been set at 207.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.89 and odds for the Under at $2.00.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pelicans (-3) have a 51% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 207.5 points has a 51% chance of going Over.
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Magic vs Pelicans: Best Bets
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $1.79 with Betfair (60% probability) 🔥
- Line: Pelicans -3 at $2.00 with Betfair (51% probability)
- Total Points: Under 207.5 at $2.00 with Betfair
If you see a 🔥, that means it's one of our best bets for today across any sport.
Our Magic vs Pelicans predictions are based on detailed simulations and wagering intelligence to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
Despite the Over being more likely to hit in this game, Under 207.5 is our best bet due to the better odds ($2.00) that are available from Betfair.
Magic vs Pelicans: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Magic vs Pelicans at Kia Center on Friday has the Pelicans 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 Orlando vs New Orleans on Friday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live win probabilities.
Magic vs Pelicans: Player Props
Betting on Magic vs Pelicans player props? Stats Insider uses the best information available to predict how each team's leading players will perform at Kia Center.
Paolo Banchero is expected to lead the Magic with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists, while Zion Williamson is projected to finish with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the Pelicans.
Magic Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paolo Banchero | 23 | 6 | 6 |
| Franz Wagner | 19 | 5 | 4 |
| Wendell Carter | 12 | 7 | 2 |
| Jalen Suggs | 11 | 2 | 3 |
| Cole Anthony | 11 | 3 | 3 |
Pelicans Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zion Williamson | 23 | 6 | 6 |
| Brandon Ingram | 19 | 4 | 6 |
| CJ McCollum | 18 | 4 | 4 |
| Trey Murphy | 15 | 4 | 2 |
| Herbert Jones | 11 | 3 | 2 |
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Orlando vs New Orleans game at Kia Center.
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Magic vs Pelicans: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Magic and Pelicans at Kia Center is scheduled to tip off at 10:00am AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Orlando Magic vs New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Friday 22 March 2024
- Time: 10:00am AEDT
- Venue: Kia Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our Orlando vs New Orleans predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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