Thunder vs Magic Prediction and NBA Tips - 14 January 2024
Last updated: Jan 14, 2024, 1:11AM | Published: Jan 13, 2024, 5:46AM
The Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Orlando Magic in NBA action at Paycom Center on Sunday, starting at 12:00pm AEDT.
Led by the likes of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren, the Thunder are looking to overcome a Magic side that includes Paolo Banchero, Jalen Suggs and Cole Anthony.
Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Thunder vs Magic game, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Thunder vs Magic
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's Oklahoma City-Orlando NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Thunder an 81% chance of beating the Magic at Paycom Center.
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Thunder vs Magic: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Paycom Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Thunder $1.18, Magic $6.20
- Line: Thunder -11.5 ($2.02), Magic +11.5 ($1.94)
- Total (Over/Under 231.5 Points): Over $1.92, 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 Thunder at $1.18 and the Magic at $6.20.
The Thunder are listed as 11.5-point favourites against the Magic, with odds of $2.02 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Magic (+11.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.94.
The Over/Under for total points scored sits at 231.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.92 and odds for the Under at $2.04.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Magic (+11.5) have a 54% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 231.5 points has a 52% chance of staying Under.
The best site for placing bets on the Thunder vs Magic game is Betfair, where you can wager against other NBA fans instead of using a traditional bookmaker.
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Thunder vs Magic: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Orlando at $6.20 with Betfair (2.5% edge)
- Line: Magic +11.5 at $1.94 with Betfair (54% probability)
- Total Points: Under 231.5 at $2.04 with Betfair (52% probability)
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Thunder vs Magic: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Thunder vs Magic at Paycom Center this Sunday has the Thunder winning 120-110.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Oklahoma City vs Orlando on Sunday, including pre-game predictions, computer tips, and live win probabilities.
Thunder vs Magic: Player Props
Player props are a great way to bet on Thunder vs Magic without necessarily betting on the outcome of Sunday's game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to lead the Thunder with 34 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists, while Paolo Banchero is projected to have 28 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists for the Magic.
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 34 | 6 | 6 |
| Jalen Williams | 19 | 5 | 5 |
| Chet Holmgren | 19 | 7 | 3 |
| Josh Giddey | 13 | 6 | 5 |
| Luguentz Dort | 12 | 4 | 1 |
Magic Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paolo Banchero | 28 | 9 | 6 |
| Jalen Suggs | 16 | 4 | 3 |
| Cole Anthony | 15 | 5 | 4 |
| Moritz Wagner | 14 | 6 | 2 |
| Goga Bitadze | 9 | 8 | 2 |
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Oklahoma City vs Orlando match-up at Paycom Center.
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Thunder vs Magic: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Thunder and Magic at Paycom Center is scheduled to begin at 12:00pm AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Orlando Magic
- Date: Sunday 14 January 2024
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Paycom Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise noted.
Our Oklahoma City vs Orlando predictions are the result of 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, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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