Orlando Magic vs San Antonio Spurs Preseason Game Prediction and Preview | Oct. 9, 2024

The Orlando Magic vs San Antonio Spurs matchup is one of the four NBA preseason games scheduled for Wednesday. This will be both teams’ second preseason game. Orlando lost 106-104 to the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday, while San Antonio lost 112-107 to the OKC Thunder on Monday.

After Wednesday’s matchup, the Spurs will play three more preseason games, while the Magic will play in two more. These will be key games for two young teams led by young stars Victor Wembanyama and Paolo Banchero.

On that note, let’s take a look at the game details.

Orlando Magic vs San Antonio Spurs game details and odds

The Orlando Magic vs San Antonio Spurs game is scheduled for 8 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, Oct. 9, at Frost Bank Center. Fans will be able to stream the game live on NBA League Pass.

Moneyline: Magic (-130) vs. Spurs (+110)

Spread: Magic (-1.5) vs. Spurs (+1.5)

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

Orlando Magic vs San Antonio Spurs preview

The Magic had a successful 2023-24 season as they finished fifth in the East with a 47-35 record. While they eventually lost in the first round to the Cleveland Cavaliers, the series went down to Game 7. This showed that Orlando was heading in the right direction and was able to compete at the highest level.

During Sunday’s loss to New Orleans, the Magic were led by Paolo Banchero’s 15 points. Jalen Suggs and Cole Anthony had 11 points each.

The Spurs finished last season 14th in the West with a 22-60 record. They had one of the youngest rosters in the league and not much was expected of them. However, all eyes were on 2023 No. 1 pick Victor Wembanyama.

The French phenom exceeded all expectations on his way to being named Rookie of the Year. He was also a Defensive Player of the Year contender as he led the league in blocks (3.6 per game.)

The obvious next step for Wemby is to make the Spurs a playoff contender. The management signed Chris Paul over the summer, and he should be a perfect pick-and-roll partner with Wembanyama. Both players didn’t play against OKC on Monday.

Orlando Magic vs San Antonio Spurs predicted starting lineups

The Magic are expected to be without Wendell Carter (ankle). Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley should start:

PG: Jalen Suggs SG: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope SF: Franz Wagner PF: Paolo Banchero C: Moritz Wagner

San Antonio should be without Zach Collins (rest), Charles Bassey (knee), David Duke Jr. (undisclosed), Nathan Mensah (undisclosed) and Devin Vassell (foot). Spurs coach Gregg Popovich could start:

PG: Chris Paul SG: Stephon Castle SF: Harrison Barnes PF: Jeremy Sochan C: Victor Wembanyama

Editor's note: These are the predicted lineups and could change based on the availability of players.

Orlando Magic vs San Antonio Spurs prediction

The Magic should get the win on the road. While Wemby and Paul are expected to play, they should be in minutes restriction to start the preseason. Orlando has the far better squad and that should reflect on the final scoreline. This should be a high-scoring game with the team total going past 215.5 points.