Pelicans vs Magic Prediction and NBA Tips - 4 April 2024
Last updated: Apr 4, 2024, 12:09AM | Published: Apr 3, 2024, 6:34AM
The New Orleans Pelicans will face the Orlando Magic in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Thursday, commencing at 11:00am AEDT.
With star players Zion Williamson, CJ McCollum and Trey Murphy, the Pelicans are looking to overcome a Magic team that includes Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs.
Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Pelicans vs Magic game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Pelicans vs Magic
Based on advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's New Orleans-Orlando NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Pelicans a 67% chance of defeating the Magic at Smoothie King Center.
More: Pelicans vs Magic Match Centre
Pelicans vs Magic: Odds
The current Betfair betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $1.57, Magic $2.70
- Line: Pelicans -4.5 ($1.95), Magic +4.5 ($1.97)
- Total (Over/Under 207.5 Points): Over $1.88, Under $2.04
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 Pelicans at $1.57 and the Magic at $2.70.
The Pelicans are listed as 4.5-point favourites against the Magic, with odds of $1.95 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Magic (+4.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.97.
The Over/Under for Pelicans vs Magic is set at 207.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.88 and odds for the Under at $2.04.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pelicans (-4.5) have a 52% chance of covering the line, while the 207.5-point Over/Under has a 51% chance of going Over.
More: Live Win Probabilities for All Sports
Pelicans vs Magic: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $1.57 with Betfair (67% probability)
- Line: Pelicans -4.5 at $1.95 with Betfair (52% probability)
- Total Points: Under 207.5 at $2.04 with Betfair
Our Pelicans vs Magic betting tips are based on complex simulations and betting experience 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 ($2.04) that are available from Betfair.
Pelicans vs Magic: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Magic at Smoothie King Center on Thursday has the Pelicans winning 106-101.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full coverage of New Orleans vs Orlando on Thursday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live win probabilities.
Pelicans vs Magic: Player Props
Player props are a great way to bet on Pelicans vs Magic without necessarily betting on the outcome of Thursday's game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best information available to predict individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Zion Williamson is expected to step up for the Pelicans with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists, while Paolo Banchero is projected to have 23 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the Magic.
Pelicans Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zion Williamson | 25 | 6 | 6 |
| CJ McCollum | 21 | 5 | 5 |
| Trey Murphy | 16 | 5 | 2 |
| Herbert Jones | 11 | 3 | 2 |
| Jonas Valanciunas | 10 | 7 | 2 |
Magic Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paolo Banchero | 23 | 7 | 6 |
| Franz Wagner | 18 | 5 | 5 |
| Jalen Suggs | 13 | 3 | 3 |
| Wendell Carter | 12 | 8 | 2 |
| Cole Anthony | 9 | 3 | 2 |
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting analysis before the New Orleans vs Orlando match-up at Smoothie King Center.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets to get the best tips on every NBA game, plus a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Pelicans vs Magic: Preview
The NBA game between the Pelicans and Magic at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to start at 11:00am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs Orlando Magic
- Date: Thursday 4 April 2024
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our New Orleans vs Orlando predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced 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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