Magic vs. Celtics Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on December 23rd, 2024

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Witness the showdown of the season on December 23rd, 2024, when the Magic clash with the Celtics in an NBA game in Orlando, FL at Kia Center. Make the most of your bets by checking out our expert picks and predictions.

Introduction to the Magic vs. Celtics betting tip and prediction

Mark your calendars for the Eastern Conference bout set for December 23rd, 2024, commencing at 18:00. The Magic enters as 10 point underdogs in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Magic was -20.5 point favorites and won the game against Celtics, 114-97. The over/under for the upcoming game is 215 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 212.5 points, and the under was victorious.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, we're all familiar with the significance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's explore how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Magic is currently knocking down 30.8% of their 3-pointers, displaying their accuracy from beyond the arc. On the other hand, the Celtics are converting 36.6% of their shots from long range, highlighting their proficiency in this aspect. The Magic is dedicating 44% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Celtics are taking 56% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Orlando Magic

How is the Magic playing this season?

The Magic comes into this game with a 18-12 record, and they are currently 4th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Magic is 5-5 in their last 10 games.

Did the Magic win their most recent game?

Yes, Magic defeated the Heat, 121-114. Paolo Banchero scored 36 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Magic

The leading scorer for the Magic this season is Paolo Banchero, who is averaging 29 points per game.

Other Team Leaders for the Magic

Coming into the December 23rd, 2024 contest, Paolo Banchero leads the Magic with 8.8 rebounds per game Franz Wagner has a team-high 5.7 assists per game The steals leader for the Magic is Franz Wagner (1.7 steals per game) In terms of swatting shots, Goga Bitadze is leading the way for the Magic with 1.6 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 41.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 41.1 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Magic Team Analysis

The Magic's point differential this season is 3.4 points per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA. They are averaging 107.3 points per game while allowing 103.9 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Magic is making 11.5 shots per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Magic is making 18.7 per game, which ranks 5th in the NBA.

Projected Magic Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Celtics, the Magic's starting lineup consisted of Goga Bitadze, Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs and Anthony Black. For the upcoming matchup, the Magic has the following injuries: Paolo Banchero is out (oblique), Gary Harris is out (hamstring) Jalen Suggs is probable (ankle) and Franz Wagner is out (oblique).

Boston Celtics

How are the Celtics playing this season?

The Celtics head this game with a 22-6 record, and they are currently 2nd in the Eastern Conference standings. The Celtics are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Celtics win their most recent game?

Yes, Celtics defeated the Bulls, 123-98. Jaylen Brown scored 31 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Celtics

The leading scorer for the Celtics this season is Jayson Tatum, who is averaging 28.8 points per game. Jayson Tatum also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.39. In the last game, scored 85 DraftKings fantasy points and 73.2 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Celtics

Jayson Tatum is leading the way with 9.3 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 85 points in DraftKings and 73.2 in FanDuel. Jayson Tatum is dishing out a team-high 5.7 assists per game. He has 85 DraftKings fantasy points and 73.2 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Celtics' leader is Jayson Tatum with 1.2 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 85 DraftKings fantasy points and 73.2 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Celtics is Kristaps Porzingis, who is sending back 1.6 shots per game. He scored 42.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 44.4 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Celtics Team Analysis

The Celtics' point differential this season is 10 points per game, which ranks 3rd in the NBA. They are averaging 119.6 points per game while allowing 109.6 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Celtics are making 18.7 shots per game, which ranks 1st in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Celtics are making 17.3 per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA.

Projected Celtics' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Magic, the Celtics' starting five were Kristaps Porzingis, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Jrue Holiday. For the upcoming matchup, Celtics has the following injuries: Sam Hauser is questionable (back) and Xavier Tillman is questionable (illness).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Magic coming into this game as 10 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Celtics.

Money Line betting suggestion

Magic is a 10 money line underdog for the game against the Celtics, and the suggestion is to pick the Celtics.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Magic and Celtics is 215 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Magic and Celtics have combined for just 3 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.