Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks Prediction 12-29-23 NBA Picks

The New York Knicks look for a win after splitting their last 10 games. The Orlando Magic need a win after losing 5 of their last 7 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic prediction.

New York Knicks Betting Preview 

The New York Knicks lost to the Bucks and Thunder this week. The New York Knicks are averaging 115.2 points on 46.6 percent shooting and allowing 112.9 points on 47.7 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26 points and 4 rebounds, while Julius Randle is averaging 22.9 points and 9.4 rebounds. RJ Barrett is the third double-digit scorer and Immanuel Quickley is grabbing 2.6 rebounds. The New York Knicks are shooting 37.8 percent from beyond the arc and 76.6 percent from the free throw line. The New York Knicks are allowing 37.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.3 rebounds per game.

New York Knicks Team Facts

• The Knicks have won each of their last seven games against Southeast Division opponents.
• The Knicks have covered the spread in eight of their last nine games against Southeast Division opponents.
• Eight of the Knicks’ last nine games as road underdogs have gone OVER the total points line.

Orlando Magic Betting Preview 

The Orlando Magic beat the Pacers and Wizards this week while losing to the 76ers. The Orlando Magic are averaging 112.9 points on 47.4 percent shooting and allowing 110.7 points on 47.1 percent shooting. Paolo Banchero is averaging 21.2 points and 4.6 assists, while Franz Wagner is averaging 20.6 points and 5.8 rebounds. Cole Anthony is the third double-digit scorer and Jalen Suggs is grabbing 3.4 rebounds. The Orlando Magic are shooting 33.7 percent from beyond the arc and 76.7 percent from the free throw line. The Orlando Magic are allowing 36.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.5 rebounds per game.

Orlando Magic Team Facts

• The Magic have lost each of their last six games as favorites against Atlantic Division opponents following a loss.
• The Magic have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games as favorites following a home loss.
• Eight of the Magic’s last nine home games against Atlantic Division opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.

New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic prediction

Both the Knicks and Magic have cooled off these last couple of weeks, and it’s hard to get a proper feel for either side. With that said, the Magic are at home, and they’re still a profitable team for bettors with a 20-10 ATS record. The Magic are also 11-4 SU on their home court. I’d need more points to consider the Knicks here, a team that’s allowed 122 or more points in 3 straight games. I’ll lay the bucket with the Magic at home.