Nuggets vs. Magic Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 06th, 2025

Arena and City where Nuggets vs. Magic will be playing

February 06th, 2025 is the date when the Nuggets and the Magic clash in a thrilling NBA game in Denver, CO at Ball Arena. Maximize your chances of winning by checking out our picks and predictions.

Introduction to the Nuggets vs. Magic betting tip and prediction

This NBA matchup on February 06th, 2025, at 20:00 features a collision between the Western Conference and Eastern Conference. Nuggets and Magic are a pick’em for this contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Magic won, 122-120.

The 2024-2025 basketball season emphasizes the pivotal role of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's delve into how teams are performing from long range. The Nuggets are currently draining 37.7% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their proficiency in long-range shooting. Meanwhile, the Magic is impressively converting 30.6% of their shots from beyond the arc. In terms of shot selection, the Nuggets are dedicating 35% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Magic is taking 42% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Denver Nuggets

How are the Nuggets playing this season?

The Nuggets comes into this game with a 32-19 record, and they are currently 4th in the Western Conference standings. The Nuggets are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Nuggets win their most recent game?

Yes, Nuggets defeated the Pelicans, 144-119. Nikola Jokic scored 29 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Nuggets

The leading scorer for the Nuggets this season is Nikola Jokic, who is averaging 29.7 points per game. He scored 29 points on 13-for-19 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Magic.

Other Team Leaders for the Nuggets

Coming into the February 06th, 2025 contest, Nikola Jokic leads the Nuggets with 12.8 rebounds per game. Nikola Jokic has a team-high 10.3 assists per game. The steals leader for the Nuggets is Nikola Jokic (1.8 steals per game). In terms of swatting shots, Peyton Watson is leading the way for the Nuggets with 1.2 blocks per game.

Nuggets Team Analysis

The Nuggets' point differential this season is 4.5 points per game, which ranks 7th in the NBA. They are averaging 121 points per game while allowing 116.5 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Nuggets are making 11.8 shots per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Nuggets are making 18.2 per game, which ranks 4th in the NBA.

Projected Nuggets Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Magic, the Nuggets' starting lineup consisted of Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon, Michael Porter Jr., Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Jamal Murray.

Orlando Magic

How is the Magic playing this season?

The Magic head this game with a 25-27 record, and they are currently 8th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Magic is 2-8 in their last 10 games.

Did the Magic win their most recent game?

Yes, Magic defeated the Kings, 130-111. Paolo Banchero scored 32 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Magic

The leading scorer for the Magic this season is Franz Wagner, who is averaging 25.1 points per game. Franz Wagner also leads the team in minutes played per game with 33.62.

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 5.1 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Magic's leader is Jalen Suggs with 1.5 steals per game. 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 -1.4 points per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA. They are averaging 104.1 points per game while allowing 105.5 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 17.6 per game, which ranks 10th in the NBA.

Projected Magic's Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Nuggets, the Magic's starting five were Goga Bitadze, Paolo Banchero, Caleb Houstan, Jalen Suggs and Anthony Black. For the upcoming matchup, Magic has the following injuries: Caleb Houstan is questionable (illness), Jalen Suggs is questionable (quadricep), and Moritz Wagner is out (knee).

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Will there be Overtime?

Since the Nuggets and Magic have combined for just 5 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.