Mavericks vs. Magic: Game Prediction and Odds

Orlando Magic (35-38) will host the Dallas Mavericks (35-38) in an inter-conference matchup on Thursday. Both teams are vying for a spot in the NBA Play-In Tournament. The Magic are on a three-game winning streak, recently defeating the Charlotte Hornets 111-104 on Tuesday. The Mavericks, in contrast, have lost five of their last seven games, including a 128-113 defeat to the New York Knicks on Tuesday. Anthony Davis (thigh) is questionable for Dallas, and PJ Washington (ankle) is out.

The game will take place at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. According to SportsLine consensus, the Magic are favored by 7 points, and the over/under for the total points is set at 218.5. For expert predictions and betting advice on this game, consider checking out the SportsLine Projection Model.

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The model has simulated the Mavericks vs. Magic game 10,000 times and has released its NBA picks and betting predictions, available on SportsLine. Here are the betting odds for the game:

• Mavericks vs. Magic spread: Orlando -7
• Mavericks vs. Magic over/under: 218.5 points
• Mavericks vs. Magic money line: Orlando -272, Dallas +220
• ORL: 35-37-1 against the spread this season
• DAL: 35-36-2 against the spread this season
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Magic`s Advantage

Franz Wagner, a forward for the Magic, is a versatile scorer capable of scoring from anywhere on the court. He is averaging 24.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game this season. In his most recent game, Wagner scored 26 points, along with eight rebounds and four assists, marking his second consecutive game with over 25 points.

Paolo Banchero, another key forward for Orlando, is a well-rounded playmaker. He averages 25.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game. Banchero has scored 30 or more points in his last four games, including a 32-point, seven-rebound, and six-assist performance against the Hornets.

Mavericks` Potential

Naji Marshall, a forward for the Mavericks, has seen increased production due to team injuries. In March, he is averaging 20.9 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. In his last game, Marshall scored a season-high 38 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He has scored at least 20 points and grabbed five or more rebounds in eight of his last 11 games.

Guard Klay Thompson provides perimeter shooting for Dallas. He is averaging 14.4 points and 3.6 rebounds per game, shooting 39% from the 3-point line this season. Thompson has scored over 20 points in five of his last 10 games. On March 21 against the Pistons, he scored 20 points, grabbed five rebounds, and made three 3-pointers.

Mavericks vs. Magic Game Prediction

SportsLine`s model predicts a total of 216 combined points for the Mavericks vs. Magic game, leaning towards the Under. The model also indicates that one side of the spread has a greater than 50% chance of hitting. For detailed NBA picks from the model, visit SportsLine.

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