Washington Wizards vs Orlando Magic, NBA 2024-25 Season, Today Match Prediction

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Washington Wizards

With a 15-53 record, the Washington Wizards are 5th in the Southeast division and 15th in the Eastern Conference. They are coming off a 112-128 loss against the Utah Jazz in their last outing. The Wizards went 3-4 on a season-long seven-game road swing. Colby Jones scored a career-high 24 points in his third game for the Wizards after being acquired from Sacramento and rookie Alex Sarr had 22 points and nine rebounds for Washington while sitting out the fourth quarter. However, Jordan Poole, the Wizards leading scorer, went 1 for 11 from the field and 0 for 9 from 3-point range to finish with two points.

Offensively, the Washington Wizards have been averaging 108.7 points per game and their three-point efficiency averages 33.6%, which ranks amongst the lowest in the league. The team averages 25.5 assists per game, reflecting an emphasis on sharing the ball, but struggles with 15.2 turnovers. They average 43.8% field goals and convert 78.3% form the free throw line. 

Defensively, they have been poor, allowing opponents 120.6 points per game. Their rebounding performance has been inconsistent averaging 44.3 rebounds, often giving opponents second-chance opportunities. They average 5.3 blocks and 7.7 steals, showing some defensive ability. Alex Sarr has been the Wizards main scorer in the past few games, scoring 19 or more points and will be expected to lead the offense. Injury- Saddiq Bey, Malcolm Brogdon, Bilal Coulibaly, Corey Kispert, Khris Middleton, Kyshawn George.

Orlando Magic

With a 32-38 record, the Orlando Magic are currently 2nd in the Southeast division and 8th in the Eastern Conference. They are coming off a 108-116 loss against the Houston Rockets in their last outing. They have been inconsistent and have nine losses in 13 games with five straight defeats at home. Injury to key players like Jalen Suggs, who has been ruled out for the remainder of the season has affected their depth and rotation.

Paolo Banchero led Orlando with 31 points, Franz Wagner added 20 points, eight rebounds and seven assists for the Magic and reserve Goga Bitadze had 19 points and eight rebounds. Offensively, the Magic average 104.6 points per game, with a field goal percentage of 44.1%. They are currently averaging 31.1% three pointers from beyond the arc, which is lowest in the league. They average 22.8 assists, which could use some improvement. On average they convert 77.0% from the free throw line.

Defensively, they allow opponents 106.1 points per game and force 13.3 turnovers while averaging 41.4 rebounds. They show some potential for disruption with 6.2 blocks and their 8.9 steals, showing their ability to create chances. Paolo Banchero who has averaged 33 points over the last four games is expected to lead the offense. Injury- Jalen Suggs, Moritz Wagner, Cole Anthony.

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Washington Wizards vs Orlando Magic Match Prediction & Analysis

In their recent encounters, the Magic have dominated, winning the last five games against the Wizards. Notably, on Feb 24,2025, the Magic secured a victory with a score of 110-90. The Wizards success may hinge on their ability to take home-court advantage and find creative ways to penetrate Magic’s defense.

The Washington Wizards have been poor at home with a 7-25 record and have won two in their past five home games, averaging 116.8 points per game. The Orlando Magic have been poor in their away games with a 14-21 record this season. They won three of their past five road games with an average of 105.4 points per game.

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WASHINGTON WIZARDS vs ORLANDO MAGIC
Winning Prediction

Based on current form, overall record and past head-to-head record, the Orlando Magic are favoured in this matchup.

Orlando Magic to Win!

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