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Orlando Magic vs LA Clippers is one of only three games on Halloween night in the NBA.
The Magic are looking to bounce back after losing their first game of the season on Monday against the LA Lakers. The Clippers, meanwhile, might have a limited number of players due to the James Harden trade.
Six Magic players scored in double figures in their 106-103 loss to the Lakers, led by Gary Harris with 17 points off the bench. Paolo Banchero, though, struggled with his shooting the entire game, finishing with nine points, five rebounds and five assists.
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Meanwhile, the Clippers are coming off a huge 123-83 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday. Kawhi Leonard had a team-high 21 points, while Paul George and Russell Westbrook each scored 19 points. Four more players scored in double figures to help the team win its second game of the season.
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Orlando Magic vs LA Clippers Game Details
Teams: Orlando Magic (2-1) vs. LA Clippers (2-1)
Date and Time: Oct. 31, 2023 | 10:30 p.m. ET
Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California
Orlando Magic vs LA Clippers Game Preview
The Orlando Magic have not made the playoffs in the past three years but are equipped to at least make a run for a play-in tournament spot this season. The Magic have a great core of young players like Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs, Cole Anthony and Wendell Carter Jr.
On the other hand, the LA Clippers are hoping to finally have a fully healthy roster for an entire season.
Kawhi Leonard and Paul George have not played together long enough to know if they can really do it in the playoffs. Russell Westbrook was brought in to stabilize the team, while the addition of James Harden should be an insurance for a potential championship run.
The Clippers have the advantage over the Magic in terms of all-time head-to-head matchup. They're 35-32 against Orlando, but the Magic swept their season series last season.
Orlando Magic vs LA Clippers odds and predictions
Moneyline: Magic (+260) vs Clippers (-323)
Spread: Magic +5.5 (-110) vs Clippers -5.5 (-110)
Total (O/U): Magic (o217.5) vs Clippers (u217.5)
Who is the favorite to win the Orlando Magic vs LA Clippers matchup on Halloween night?
The Clippers are favored to win over the Magic. They're likely getting the win since they have more rest since Orlando is playing in the second game of a back-to-back.
Orlando Magic vs LA Clippers players to watch
The Orlando Magic are playing their second game of back-to-back, so some of their players might not have the legs to make things interesting on Tuesday. However, Paolo Banchero is coming off a very tough shooting night, so he should look to have a bounce-back performance.
Meanwhile, Kawhi Leonard and Paul George will be the players to watch for the LA Clippers. Leonard and George are on a tear to start the season, and fans should just appreciate it when they are playing together. The addition of James Harden certainly makes things more interesting moving forward.
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