Heat vs. Magic Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 27th, 2025

Arena and City where Heat vs. Magic will be playing

Get ready for an exciting NBA showdown as the Heat square off against the Magic on January 27th, 2025, in Miani, FL at Kaseya Center. Don't forget to check out our expert picks and predictions to boost your chances of winning with your bets.

Introduction to the Heat vs. Magic betting tip and prediction

The Eastern Conference showdown is scheduled for January 27th, 2025, kicking off at 18:30. The Heat enters as -1 point favorites in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Heat won, 121-95. The over/under for the upcoming game is 207.5 points.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, the importance of the 3-point shot in the game cannot be overstated. Let's analyze how different teams are faring from long distance. The Heat is currently knocking down 36.7% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their sharpshooting skills. Meanwhile, the Magic is impressively converting 30.5% of their shots from beyond the arc. When it comes to shot selection, the Heat is dedicating 44% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Magic is taking 43% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Miami Heat

How is the Heat playing this season?

The Heat comes into this game with a 22-22 record, and they are currently 8th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Heat is 5-5 in their last 10 games.

Did the Heat win their most recent game?

Yes, Heat defeated the Nets, 106-97. Jimmy Butler scored 23 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Heat

The leading scorer for the Heat this season is Tyler Herro, who is averaging 24 points per game. He scored 14 points on 6-for-13 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Magic. In the last game, he scored 41.25 points in DraftKings and 39.2 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Heat

Coming into the January 27th, 2025 contest, Bam Adebayo leads the Heat with 10 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 45 points in DraftKings and 41.2 fantasy points in FanDuel. Tyler Herro has a team-high 5.2 assists per game. He scored 41.25 DraftKings points and 39.2 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Heat is Dru Smith (1.5 steals per game) In terms of swatting shots, Kel'el Ware is leading the way for the Heat with 1 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 24 DraftKings fantasy points and 27.2 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Heat Team Analysis

The Heat's point differential this season is 0.5 points per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA. They are averaging 110.7 points per game while allowing 110.2 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Heat is making 14.2 shots per game, which ranks 9th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Heat is making 17.3 per game, which ranks 12th in the NBA.

Projected Heat Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Magic, the Heat's starting lineup consisted of Bam Adebayo, Haywood Highsmith, Jimmy Butler, Tyler Herro and Terry Rozier. For the upcoming matchup, the Heat has the following injuries: Jimmy Butler is questionable (suspension), Josh Richardson is out (heel) and Dru Smith isout (achilles).

Orlando Magic

How is the Magic playing this season?

The Magic head this game with a 24-23 record, and they are currently 7th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Magic is 3-7 in their last 10 games.

Did the Magic win their most recent game?

Yes, Magic defeated the Pistons, 121-113. Paolo Banchero scored 23 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Magic

The leading scorer for the Magic this season is Paolo Banchero, who is averaging 24.5 points per game. Paolo Banchero also leads the team in minutes played per game with 32.73. He scored 23 points on 7-for-16 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Heat. In the last game, scored 53.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 50.3 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Magic

Goga Bitadze is leading the way with 8.2 rebounds per game Franz Wagner is dishing out a team-high 5.5 assists per game. He has 49 DraftKings fantasy points and 46.3 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Magic's leader is Franz Wagner with 1.6 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 49 DraftKings fantasy points and 46.3 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Magic is Goga Bitadze, who is sending back 1.6 shots per game

Magic Team Analysis

The Magic's point differential this season is -0.7 points per game, which ranks 17th in the NBA. They are averaging 103.8 points per game while allowing 104.5 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Magic is making 11.2 shots per game, which ranks 30th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Magic is making 17.7 per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA.

Projected Magic's Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Heat, the Magic's starting five were Wendell Carter Jr., Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs and Markelle Fultz. For the upcoming matchup, Magic has the following injuries: Goga Bitadze is out (concussion), Gary Harris is out (hamstring), Jalen Suggs is questionable (knee) and Moritz Wagner is out (knee).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the Heat and Magic game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Magic.

Money Line betting suggestion

Heat is a -1 money line favorite for the game against the Magic, and the suggestion is to pick the Magic.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Heat and Magic is 207.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Heat and Magic have combined for just 4 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.