New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic 3/23/2023 Odds, Picks and Predictions
The NBA will feature a showdown between the New York Knicks and the Orlando Magic from the Amway Center on Thursday night. The Knicks will play their second consecutive away game, following their recent 127-120 loss to the Miami Heat, where they allowed their opponents to shoot an impressive 57% from the field.
Despite the loss, New York managed to connect on 16 out of 40 three-pointers and shot 51% overall. All five Knicks starters scored double-digit points, with R.J. Barrett led the way with 26 points on 8-for-13 shooting. Jalen Brunson contributed 25 points, six rebounds, and five assists, while Quentin Grimes nailed six out of 10 three-pointers to finish with 22 points. The Knicks also outrebounded the Heat 39-27.
- New York is 4-2 ATS in their last 6 matches with the Magic.
- The New York Knicks are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games against Orlando.
- The Knicks are 6-3 ATS in their last 9 games on the road.
New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic 3/23/2023 Odds, Picks and Predictions
The Orlando Magic, who are on the verge of elimination from playoff contention, have a home record of two games below .500. In their recent home game against the Washington Wizards, Orlando outscored their opponents by 11 points in the fourth quarter to secure a 122-112 victory. The Magic shot an impressive 54% overall and 12-for-27 from the three-point line. Seven Orlando players scored in double digits, with Gary Harris leading the way with 22 points on 7-for-10 shooting. Franz Wagner contributed 20 points (7-12 FG) and six assists, while Paolo Banchero added 18 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists.
The Magic averaged 111.7 points on 47.1 percent shooting and allowed 114.4 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Paolo Banchero is averaging 20 points and 3.7 assists while Franz Wagner is averaging 18.8 points and 4 rebounds. Center Wendell Carter Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and Markelle Fultz is grabbing 4.1 rebounds. Orlando is shooting 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 78.7 percent from the free throw line. The Orlando Magic are allowing 35.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42.9 rebounds per game.
- The total stayed UNDER in 4 of Orlando’s last 5 outings with the Knicks.
- The total went OVER in 5 of Orlando’s last 5 games at home.
- The total remained UNDER in 4 of Orlando’s last 5 games at home against New York.
New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic. The NBA pick for this game is the New York Knicks. Orlando SG Jalen Suggs is currently in the league’s concussion protocol and will remain on the sidelines for this game. The Knicks are better on both ends of the floor and hold a major edge on the glass. Take New York to win and cover on the road. Prediction: New York will win 118-109.
NBA Starting Time: 7:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Amway Center in Orlando, FL
Date: Thursday, March 23, 2023
TV: NBAt
NBA Odds: New York Knicks -3.5
NBA Totals: 228.5
