Magic vs. Hornets Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 12th, 2025

Arena and City where Magic vs. Hornets will be playing

Witness the showdown of the season on February 12th, 2025, when the Magic clash with the Hornets in an NBA game in Philadelphia, PA at Franklin Field. Make the most of your bets by checking out our expert picks and predictions.

Introduction to the Magic vs. Hornets betting tip and prediction

February 12th, 2025 is the date for the Eastern Conference match, which will get underway at 18:00. The Magic enters as -12.5 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Magic was -9 point favorites and won the game against Hornets, 124-115. The over/under for the upcoming game is 204 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 232 points, and the over was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season emphasizes the crucial role of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's explore how different teams are performing from long distance. The Magic is currently making 30.5% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their accuracy in long-range shooting. On the other hand, the Hornets are converting 34.5% of their shots from beyond the 3-point line, underscoring their proficiency in this aspect. The Magic is attempting 42% of their shots from behind the arc, while the Hornets are opting for 44% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Orlando Magic

How is the Magic playing this season?

The Magic comes into this game with a 26-29 record, and they are currently 9th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Magic is 3-7 in their last 10 games.

Did the Magic win their most recent game?

No, Magic fell to the Hawks, 112-106. Paolo Banchero scored 32 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Magic

The leading scorer for the Magic this season is Franz Wagner, who is averaging 25.4 points per game. In the last game, he scored 54.75 points in DraftKings and 53.9 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Magic

Coming into the February 12th, 2025 contest, Goga Bitadze leads the Magic with 8 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 13.25 points in DraftKings and 17.6 fantasy points in FanDuel. Franz Wagner has a team-high 5 assists per game. He scored 54.75 DraftKings points and 53.9 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Magic is Franz Wagner (1.5 steals per game). He has 54.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 53.9 FanDuel fantasy points for the last 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: 13.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 17.6 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Magic Team Analysis

The Magic's point differential this season is -1.8 points per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA. They are averaging 104 points per game while allowing 105.8 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Magic is making 11 shots per game, which ranks 30th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Magic is making 17.6 per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA.

Projected Magic Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Hornets, the Magic's starting lineup consisted of Wendell Carter Jr., Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Gary Harris and Jalen Suggs. For the upcoming matchup, the Magic has the following injuries: Jalen Suggs is out (quadricep) and Moritz Wagner is out (knee).

Charlotte Hornets

How are the Hornets playing this season?

The Hornets head this game with a 13-38 record, and they are currently 14th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Hornets are 2-8 in their last 10 games.

Did the Hornets win their most recent game?

No, Hornets came up short against the Nets, 97-89. Brandon Miller scored 32 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Hornets

The leading scorer for the Hornets this season is LaMelo Ball, who is averaging 27.3 points per game. LaMelo Ball also leads the team in minutes played per game with 34.21. In the last game, scored 13.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 13.7 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Hornets

Mark Williams is leading the way with 9.6 rebounds per game LaMelo Ball is dishing out a team-high 7.2 assists per game. He has 13.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 13.7 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Hornets' leader is Josh Okogie with 2.7 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 0 DraftKings fantasy points and 0 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Hornets is Mark Williams, who is sending back 1.2 shots per game

Hornets Team Analysis

The Hornets' point differential this season is -5.4 points per game, which ranks 26th in the NBA. They are averaging 106.6 points per game while allowing 112 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Hornets are making 13.7 shots per game, which ranks 13th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Hornets are making 15.9 per game, which ranks 27th in the NBA.

Projected Hornets' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Magic, the Hornets' starting five were Grant Williams, Miles Bridges, Brandon Miller, Vasilije Micic and Tre Mann.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Magic coming into this game as -12.5 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Hornets.

Money Line betting suggestion

Magic is a -12.5 money line favorite for the game against the Hornets, and the suggestion is to pick the Magic.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Magic and Hornets is 204 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

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