New York Knicks at Orlando Magic Prediction For 12/15/2024

• Date: December 15, 2024
• Venue: Kia Center

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New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic Win Probabilities

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New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic Betting Preview

The New York Knicks, boasting a record of 15-10, are set to face off against the Orlando Magic, who stand at 17-10. The Sunday night clash is slated to tip-off at 6:00 PM ET at the Kia Center, home of the Magic. Both squads come equipped with extra rest under their belts, with the Knicks having last hit the hardwood four days ago and the Magic having enjoyed a five-day hiatus. This downtime could translate to fresher legs on the court for both teams, potentially impacting the outcome.

New York enters as the favorites, despite playing on the road, with a spread of Knicks -5.0. The moneyline odds also tilt in their favor at -195, indicating an implied win probability of 64%. Conversely, the Magic carry a moneyline of +170, translating to an implied win probability of 36%.

Orlando has been a force at home, riding a 10-game winning streak in front of their fans. They're looking to leverage this momentum against a Knicks squad that has been solid recently, winning 15 of their last 25 contests.

In their last outing, the Knicks fell to the Atlanta Hawks with a score of 108-100, while the Magic were edged out by the Milwaukee Bucks, 114-109. These close defeats will likely fuel both teams' hunger for a rebound victory.

This matchup presents an intriguing betting landscape, with the Knicks' road favorite status being tested against the resilient Magic's home prowess. As tip-off approaches, basketball fans and bettors alike will keep a keen eye on how these dynamics unfold on the court.

New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic Prediction

Final Score: New York Knicks 111.44 vs Orlando Magic 103.62

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