New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic Prediction and Betting Tips | Dec. 15, 2024

The New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic matchup is one of the seven games scheduled for Sunday. These have been two of the best teams in the Eastern Conference so far. Orlando is third with a 17-10 record, while New York is fourth with a 15-10 record.

The two teams have met each other 131 times in the regular season, with Orlando holding a 67-64 lead. This will be their second game this season after previously playing on Dec. 3 when the Knicks won 121-106. Karl-Anthony Towns led New York with 23 points and 15 rebounds, while Franz Wagner put up 30 points for Orlando.

New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic game details and odds

The New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic game is scheduled for 6 p.m. EST on Sunday, Dec. 15, at Kia Center. The matchup will be broadcast locally on FanDuel Sports Network - Florida and MSG. It can also be streamed live on NBA League Pass and FuboTV.

Moneyline: Knicks (-190) vs. Magic (+160)

Spread: Knicks (-4) vs. Magic (+4)

Total (O/U): Knicks -110 (o215.5) vs. Magic -110 (u215.5)

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

New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic preview

The Knicks were one of the early favorites to contend for a championship this season. While they started a bit slow, they have since picked up pace. They have won six of their past 10 games and are 7-6 on the road.

New York, however, is coming off of a 108-100 loss to the Atlanta Hawks in the Emirates NBA Cup quarterfinals on Wednesday. Josh Hart led New York with 21 points, while both Mikal Bridges and Towns had 19 points each. Jalen Brunson chipped in with 14 points and eight assists.

Despite losing Paolo Banchero early into the season, the Magic managed to stay competitive. However, that might be challenging in the near future with Wagner out as well. Orlando has won seven of its past 10 games and is undefeated at home with a 10-0 record.

The Magic are coming off of a loss in the NBA Cup quarterfinals as well. They lost 114-109 to the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday. A shorthanded Orlando was led by Jalen Suggs’ 32 points and nine rebounds.

New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic betting props

Jalen Brunson’s point total is set at 23.5, which is under his season average of 24.7 points. However, Orlando has one of the best defenses in the league and should restrict Brunson under 23 points.

Jalen Suggs’ points total is set at 20.5. While that is over his season average of 16.6 points, injuries to other players mean he will be the lead offensive weapon. Take a risk and bet on the over here.

New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic prediction

The oddsmakers slightly favor the Knicks to end Orlando’s unbeaten streak at home. We predict the same and New York should cover the spread for a win. This should be a low-scoring game with the team total staying under 215.5 points.