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Orlando Magic vs. Philadelphia 76ers (Nov. 15, 2024): 3 Things to Watch, Odds and Prediction
Orlando Magic vs. Philadelphia 76ers (November 15, 2024): 3 Things to Watch, Odds, and Prediction
The Orlando Magic will host the Philadelphia 76ers on November 15, 2024, at the Amway Center. Orlando enters the game as a 14.5-point underdog, according to DraftKings Sportsbook.
The Magic are coming off a 113-105 loss to the Chicago Bulls on Friday. Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 24 points, while Franz Wagner added 22 points. The Magic have now lost three of their last four games.
The 76ers are coming off a 116-104 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday. Joel Embiid led the 76ers with 35 points, while James Harden added 28 points.
The 76ers have won four of their last five games and are currently the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference. The Magic are currently the No. 13 seed in the Eastern Conference.
3 Things to Watch
- The matchup between Joel Embiid and Paolo Banchero: Embiid is one of the best players in the NBA, while Banchero is a rising star. It will be interesting to see how these two players match up against each other.
- The 76ers' bench: The 76ers have a deep bench, led by Tyrese Maxey, Georges Niang, and Matisse Thybulle. The Magic will need to find a way to limit the production of the 76ers' bench if they want to win the game.
- The Magic's outside shooting: The Magic are one of the worst three-point shooting teams in the NBA. They will need to make some shots from beyond the arc if they want to upset the 76ers.
Odds
- Spread: 76ers -14.5
- Over/Under: 222
- Moneyline: 76ers -850, Magic +600
Prediction
The 76ers are a much better team than the Magic, and they should win this game easily. Embiid should have his way against Banchero, and the 76ers' bench should give them a big advantage. The Magic will need to play a perfect game to have a chance to win, and I don't think they will be able to do that. I predict the 76ers to win by 20 points.