Orlando Magic VS Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Preview – 4/5/2024

Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets Overview

• Date: April 5, 2024
• Venue: Spectrum Center
• Spread: Orlando Magic -11.5, Charlotte Hornets 11.5
• Total (Over/Under): 206
• Moneyline: Orlando Magic -660, Charlotte Hornets 510

Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets Win Probabilities

Implied Win %:

• Orlando Magic - 84%
• Charlotte Hornets - 16%

Projected Win %:

• Orlando Magic - 89%
• Charlotte Hornets - 11%

Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets Game Preview

The Orlando Magic (45-31) are set to take on the Charlotte Hornets (18-58) in an NBA matchup on Friday night. This game holds significance as both teams are divisional rivals, adding an extra layer of motivation to secure a victory.

The game is scheduled to tip-off at 7:00 PM ET and will be held at the Spectrum Center, the home arena of the Charlotte Hornets. Despite playing on the road, the Magic are considered massive favorites in this contest.

According to the current spread, the Magic are favored by 11.5 points. The Moneyline odds for the Magic stand at -650, indicating a high probability of victory for them. On the other hand, the Hornets have a Moneyline of +500, suggesting a lower chance of success.

Based on the odds, the Magic have an implied win probability of 84%, while the Hornets have an implied win probability of 16%. These numbers reflect the disparity in performance between the two teams.

The Magic enter the game on a hot streak, having won their last three consecutive games. In their most recent outing, they pulled off an upset against the New Orleans Pelicans, winning 117-108. The Magic were considered underdogs with a 37% chance of winning that game.

For those interested in player prop markets, Wendell Carter Jr.'s Points have been a popular betting market for this game. Sharp bettors have shown confidence in the Over, believing it to be mispriced and offering value. The current price for the Over 11.5 Points is set at 100.

As the Orlando Magic and Charlotte Hornets face off, the Magic will look to extend their winning streak, while the Hornets aim to turn their fortunes around. With divisional rivalry fueling the competition, this game promises to be an exciting battle on Friday night.

Final Score Prediction: Orlando Magic 114.12 vs Charlotte Hornets 100.23