Oklahoma City Thunder vs Orlando Magic Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 04/11/2024, 06:46  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 04/11/2024 at 06:49 in NBA Predictions

The Paycom Center will be buzzing with excitement this Tuesday morning when NBA action continues as Oklahoma City Thunder take on Orlando Magic. OKC (6-0) is currently leading the Western Conference, while the Magic (3-4) are sixth in the Eastern Conference. Here is our match prediction.

Oklahoma has enjoyed a dominant start to the season with six consecutive wins each ending with more than 10 points to the good.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continued to lead the charge with 25 points, three rebounds, and nine assists in their most recent match against the Clippers, while Chet Holmgren dominated the space under the net, securing 14 rebounds. 

Overall, OKC is averaging 115.3 PPG with 46% shooting accuracy, while their solid defensive line is allowing just 97.5 PPG (first in the NBA). 

Meanwhile, a three-match losing streak has taken a promising-looking season for the Magic and hurled them into turmoil. Now sitting 3-4, they have lost to the Mavericks, Cavaliers, and Bulls following their last victory to the Pacers.

Franz Wagner was Orlando's top scorer against Dallas, yet with just 13 points, it is clear that they are missing their talisman Paolo Banchero who is out due to injury.

As a team, they are averaging 108 PPG while landing just 43.1% of their shots, 32.3% from beyond the arc, and 73.9% from the free throw line.