Magic vs Thunder Prediction and NBA Tips - 14 February 2024
Last updated: Feb 14, 2024, 12:35AM | Published: Feb 13, 2024, 1:32AM
The Orlando Magic will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA action at Kia Center on Wednesday, beginning at 11:30am AEDT.
With star players Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs, the Magic are looking to overcome a Thunder side that includes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren.
Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Magic vs Thunder game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are featured below.
Who Will Win: Magic vs Thunder
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Wednesday's Orlando-Oklahoma City NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Thunder a 62% chance of beating the Magic at Kia Center.
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Magic vs Thunder: Odds
The current Betfair betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's NBA game at Kia Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Magic $2.32, Thunder $1.73
- Line: Magic +2.5 ($1.99), Thunder -2.5 ($1.98)
- Total (Over/Under 223.5 Points): Over $2.04, Under $1.94
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 $2.32 and the Thunder at $1.73.
The Magic are listed as 2.5-point underdogs against the Thunder, with odds of $1.99 currently available at Betfair.
For the favourite Thunder (-2.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.98.
The Over/Under for Magic vs Thunder sits at 223.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $2.04 and odds for the Under at $1.94.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Thunder (-2.5) have a 51% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 223.5 points has a 51% chance of staying Under.
The best site for placing bets on the Magic vs Thunder game is Betfair, where you can bet against other NBA fans instead of using a traditional bookmaker.
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Magic vs Thunder: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Oklahoma City at $1.73 with Betfair (62% probability) 🔥
- Line: Thunder -2.5 at $1.98 with Betfair (51% probability)
- Total Points: Over 223.5 at $2.04 with Betfair (0.2% edge)
Despite the Under being more likely to hit in this game, Over 223.5 is our best bet due to the better odds ($2.04) that are available from Betfair.
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Magic vs Thunder: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Magic vs Thunder at Kia Center on Wednesday has the Thunder prevailing 113-109.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Orlando vs Oklahoma City on Wednesday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live win probabilities.
Magic vs Thunder: Player Props
Player props are a great way to bet on Magic vs Thunder without necessarily betting on the outcome of Wednesday's game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Kia Center.
Paolo Banchero is expected to lead the way for the Magic with 26 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is projected to have 33 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists for the Thunder.
Magic Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paolo Banchero | 26 | 7 | 6 |
| Franz Wagner | 20 | 6 | 4 |
| Jalen Suggs | 13 | 3 | 3 |
| Wendell Carter | 13 | 8 | 2 |
| Markelle Fultz | 11 | 3 | 4 |
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 33 | 6 | 7 |
| Jalen Williams | 20 | 4 | 5 |
| Chet Holmgren | 17 | 7 | 3 |
| Luguentz Dort | 11 | 4 | 1 |
| Josh Giddey | 11 | 6 | 4 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this page for the latest betting predictions before the Orlando vs Oklahoma City match-up at Kia Center.
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Magic vs Thunder: Preview
The NBA game between the Magic and Thunder at Kia Center is scheduled to tip off at 11:30am AEDT on Wednesday.
- Teams: Orlando Magic vs Oklahoma City Thunder
- Date: Wednesday 14 February 2024
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: Kia Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our Orlando vs Oklahoma City predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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