Denver Nuggets vs Orlando Magic Prediction and Betting Tips | Jan. 19, 2025

The Denver Nuggets vs Orlando Magic matchup is one of seven games scheduled for Sunday. The Nuggets are fourth in the West with a 25-16 record, while Orlando is seventh in the East with a 23-20 record.

The two teams have played each other 71 times, with Orlando holding a 36-35 lead. This will be their first game this season. They last met on Jan. 5, 2024, when the Magic narrowly won 122-120 behind Paolo Banchero’s 32 points, 11 assists, 10 rebounds and three steals. Nikola Jokic led Denver with 29 points, eight assists and three steals.

Denver Nuggets vs Orlando Magic game details and odds

The Denver Nuggets vs Orlando Magic game is scheduled for 6 p.m. EST on Sunday, Jan. 19, at Kia Center. The matchup will be broadcast locally on FanDuel Sports Network - Florida and Altitude. Fans can also stream it live on NBA League Pass and FuboTV.

Moneyline: Nuggets (-250) vs. Magic (+205)

Spread: Nuggets (-6.5) vs. Magic (+6.5)

Total (O/U): Nuggets -110 (o222) vs. Magic -110 (u222)

Editor's note: The odds could change close to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.

Denver Nuggets vs Orlando Magic preview

After a slow start to the season, the Nuggets are back to their winning ways with a 7-3 record over the past 10 games. They also boast a 13-8 away record, which bodes well for Sunday’s game.

Denver is coming off a 133-113 blowout win over the Miami Heat on Friday. Nikola Jokic’s triple-double of 24 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists spoiled Jimmy Butler’s return to the court after serving a seven-game ban.

The Magic got Paolo Banchero back from an oblique injury, but they are still struggling to get back to the form they displayed at the beginning of the season. They are currently on a two-game losing streak and have won just four of their last 10 games.

Orlando played the Boston Celtics on Friday and suffered a 121-94 loss. Cole Anthony led the team in scoring with 23 points, while Banchero had 21 points.

Denver Nuggets vs Orlando Magic betting props

Nikola Jokic’s points total is set at 26.5. He hasn’t crossed that mark in any of the previous three games. However, his season average is 30.4 points, so bet on Jokic to have a big outing on Sunday and score more than 26.5 points.

Paolo Banchero’s points total is set at 26.5. He has crossed that mark just once since his return from injury, and things won’t get easier against the Nuggets. Bet on the under.

Denver Nuggets vs Orlando Magic prediction

The oddsmakers favor the Nuggets to win this game despite being on the road. This pick is understandable, as Orlando will be without key players such as Jalen Suggs, Franz Wagner and Moritz Wagner. Denver should cover the spread for a win in a game where the team total exceeds 222 points.