Magic vs. Pistons Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 25th, 2025

Arena and City where Magic vs. Pistons will be playing

An NBA spectacle is on the horizon – the Magic will go head-to-head with the Pistons on January 25th, 2025, in Philadelphia, PA at Franklin Field. Boost your betting strategy with our expert picks and predictions.

Introduction to the Magic vs. Pistons betting tip and prediction

January 25th, 2025 is the date for the Eastern Conference match, which will get underway at 18:00. The Magic enters as -3 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Magic was -21.5 point favorites and won the game against Pistons, 113-91. The over/under for the upcoming game is 211 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 209 points, and the under was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season has made it abundantly clear how important the 3-point shot is to the game. Let's examine how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Magic is currently nailing 30.3% of their 3-pointers, highlighting their precision in long-range shooting. In contrast, the Pistons are converting on 36.4% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their proficiency in long-range shooting. As for shot selection, the Magic is dedicating 43% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Pistons are taking 41% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Orlando Magic

How is the Magic playing this season?

The Magic comes into this game with a 23-23 record, and they are currently 7th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Magic is 2-8 in their last 10 games.

Did the Magic win their most recent game?

No, Magic fell to the Trail Blazers, 101-79. Paolo Banchero scored 29 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Magic

The leading scorer for the Magic this season is Franz Wagner, who is averaging 24.2 points per game. Wagner also is the team leader in minutes played per game with 32.82. He scored 13 points on 5-for-10 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Pistons. In the last game, he scored 25 points in DraftKings and 23.8 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Magic

Coming into the January 25th, 2025 contest, Goga Bitadze leads the Magic with 8.2 rebounds per game Franz Wagner has a team-high 5.5 assists per game. He scored 25 DraftKings points and 23.8 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Magic is Franz Wagner (1.7 steals per game). He has 25 DraftKings fantasy points and 23.8 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

Magic Team Analysis

The Magic's point differential this season is -0.9 points per game, which ranks 18th in the NBA. They are averaging 103.4 points per game while allowing 104.3 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Magic is making 11.1 shots per game, which ranks 30th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Magic is making 17.5 per game, which ranks 10th in the NBA.

Projected Magic Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Pistons, the Magic's starting lineup consisted of Wendell Carter Jr., Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Gary Harris and Jalen Suggs.

Detroit Pistons

How are the Pistons playing this season?

The Pistons head this game with a 23-21 record, and they are currently 6th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Pistons are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Pistons win their most recent game?

Yes, Pistons defeated the Hawks, 114-104. Evan Fournier scored 17 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Pistons

The leading scorer for the Pistons this season is Cade Cunningham, who is averaging 24.6 points per game. Cade Cunningham also leads the team in minutes played per game with 35.58. He scored 9 points on 4-for-12 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Magic. In the last game, scored 56 DraftKings fantasy points and 51.7 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Pistons

Jalen Duren is leading the way with 9.8 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 35.5 points in DraftKings and 33.4 in FanDuel. Cade Cunningham is dishing out a team-high 9.4 assists per game. He has 56 DraftKings fantasy points and 51.7 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Pistons' leader is Ausar Thompson with 1.5 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 26.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 30.7 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Pistons is Isaiah Stewart, who is sending back 1.3 shots per game. He scored 27.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 29.9 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Pistons Team Analysis

The Pistons' point differential this season is -0.6 points per game, which ranks 16th in the NBA. They are averaging 112.2 points per game while allowing 112.8 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Pistons are making 13.3 shots per game, which ranks 15th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Pistons are making 15.6 per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA.

Projected Pistons' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Magic, the Pistons' starting five were Jalen Duren, Isaiah Stewart, Ausar Thompson, Jaden Ivey and Cade Cunningham. For the upcoming matchup, Pistons has the following injury: Jaden Ivey is out (leg).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Magic coming into this game as -3 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Pistons.

Money Line betting suggestion

Magic is a -3 money line favorite for the game against the Pistons, and the suggestion is to pick the Pistons.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Magic and Pistons is 211 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

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