Magic vs Thunder Prediction and NBA Tips - 20 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 19, 2024, 11:56PM | Published: Dec 17, 2024, 3:46AM
The Orlando Magic will face the favoured Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA action at Kia Center on Friday, starting at 11:00am AEDT.
With star players Jalen Suggs, Moritz Wagner and Wendell Carter, the Magic are aiming to beat a Thunder side that includes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Isaiah Hartenstein.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Magic vs Thunder game, along with the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's Orlando vs Oklahoma City NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Thunder a 72% chance of defeating the Magic at Kia Center.
Magic vs Thunder: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Kia Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Magic $3.25, Thunder $1.36
- Line: Magic +6.5 ($1.87), Thunder -6.5 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 208.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Magic at $3.25 and the Thunder at $1.36.
The Magic are listed as 6.5-point underdogs against the Thunder, with odds of $1.87 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Thunder (-6.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.95.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 208.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Magic and the Thunder have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 208.5-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Magic vs Thunder: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Oklahoma City at $1.36 with Bet365
- Line: Thunder -6.5 at $1.95 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 208.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Magic vs Thunder best bets are based on detailed simulations and betting intelligence to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
Magic vs Thunder: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Magic vs Thunder at Kia Center on Friday is the Thunder winning 108-101.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Orlando vs Oklahoma City game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Magic vs Thunder: Player Props
Player props are an exciting way to bet on Magic vs Thunder without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best data available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Kia Center.
Jalen Suggs is expected to lead the Magic with 15 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is projected to finish with 28 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the Thunder.
Magic Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Suggs | 15 | 4 | 4 |
| Moritz Wagner | 13 | 6 | 2 |
| Wendell Carter | 9 | 8 | 2 |
| Goga Bitadze | 9 | 9 | 3 |
| Tristan da Silva | 9 | 4 | 1 |
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 28 | 6 | 6 |
| Jalen Williams | 20 | 6 | 5 |
| Isaiah Hartenstein | 10 | 9 | 4 |
| Luguentz Dort | 10 | 4 | 2 |
| Alex Caruso | 7 | 3 | 3 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Orlando vs Oklahoma City match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets to get betting tips for every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Magic vs Thunder: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Magic and Thunder at Kia Center is scheduled to start at 11:00am AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Orlando Magic vs Oklahoma City Thunder
- Date: Friday 20 December 2024
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Kia Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Orlando vs Oklahoma City predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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