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Boston Celtics at Orlando Magic odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Boston Celtics at Orlando Magic odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The red-hot Boston Celtics (35-12) will look to make it 10 wins in a row Monday night when they visit the Orlando Magic (17-29). Tip-off from Amway Center will be at 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Magic odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics’ 9th straight win came Saturday night against the Toronto Raptors, 106-104 as 3.5-point favorites. Boston owns the best record in the NBA by 2 games over the Denver Nuggets, and are led by MVP candidate F Jayson Tatum. Boston ranks 2nd in the NBA in scoring (118.5 PPG) and 10th in opponent points per game (112.2 PPG).

The Magic sunk further below .500 on Saturday night when they were crushed by the Washington Wizards 138-118 as 6.5-point underdogs. Orlando is 4-6 in the last 10 games and the Magic own the 5th-worst record in the league. They could get F Jonathan Isaac back from his severe knee injury Monday night, which would be his 1st game since going down in 2020.

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Celtics at Magic odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:01 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -325 (bet $325 to win $100) | Magic +260 (bet $100 to win $260)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -7.5 (-109) | Magic +7.5 (-101)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -105 | U: -105)

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Celtics at Magic key injuries

Celtics

PG Malcolm Brogdon (personal) out
PG Marcus Smart (ankle) out
C Robert Williams III (knee) questionable

Magic

F Jonathan Isaac (knee) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Celtics at Magic picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 115, Magic 105

Moneyline

The moneyline isn’t worth betting for either team. The Celtics are overwhelming favorites, so the reward doesn’t match nearly the risk you’re taking in the event that they struggle without Brogdon and Smart available.

I would PASS here and bet on the spread instead.

Against the spread

The Celtics have been particularly good as big favorites. They’re 9-4 ATS when favored by 7.5-9.5 points, which is the range of Monday’s spread. By the same token, the Magic have had success covering big spreads as underdogs, too; they’re 8-5-1 when getting 7.5-9.5 points, according to Covers.

Even without Brogdon and Smart, the Celtics have a good shot to cover the spread, snapping an 0-3 ATS streak against the Magic in their last 3 meetings.

BET CELTICS -7.5 (-109) to cover.

Over/Under

In 3 games between these teams this season, the total has gone Over twice. However, the Celtics haven’t been pushing the total Over in their recent games; the Under is 4-1 in their last 5 games.

With Smart and Brogdon out, Boston will need someone to run the point and distribute the ball. I like the UNDER 230.5 (-105) in this game.

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Boston Celtics at Orlando Magic odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston Celtics at Orlando Magic odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The defending Eastern Conference Champion Boston Celtics (2-0) travel down south to visit the rebuilding Orlando Magic (0-2) in Saturday night NBA action. Tipoff from Amway Center is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Magic odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics come into this game looking to continue their undefeated start to the season. With stars F Jayson Tatum and G Jaylen Brown both playing like MVPs to start the season, the Celtics are looking like the favorites to win the East as of right now. The Celtics were able to keep the majority of their team together that went to the Finals last year while also adding major players like G Malcolm Brogdon, F Danilo Gallinari and F Blake Griffin.

The Magic are coming into this game looking to beat a powerhouse team in the East. The Magic are in full rebuild mode as they have been one of the worst teams in the NBA for the last few years. They have been drafting well and have many young pieces, including rookie F Paolo Banchero, who is proving why he was the No. 1 pick in the draft. He is averaging 23.5 points and 10.5 boards per game, which lead the team.

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Celtics at Magic odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:25 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -357 (bet $357 to win $100) | Magic +280 (bet $100 to win $280)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -8.5 (-117) | Magic +8.5 (-103)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Celtics at Magic key injuries

Celtics

F Danilo Gallinari (knee) out
F Al Horford (back) out
C Robert Williams III (knee) out

Magic

G Markelle Fultz (toe) out
G Gary Harris (knee) out
F Jonathan Isaac (knee) out
G Jalen Suggs (ankle) out
F Mo Wagner (foot) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Celtics at Magic picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 114, Magic 94

Moneyline

AVOID

The Celtics should win this one with ease, but the risk here is far too great for me to advise you to bet in either direction for this game. Avoid the moneyline here.

Against the spread

BET CELTICS -8.5 (-117)

This is your best bet for this game. The Magic are severely undermanned for this game due to all the injuries they have. They are missing key pieces in both the frontcourt and backcourt and all those pieces could help both offensively and defensively in this tough matchup. The injury to Isaac is especially painful as he would likely be the primary defender on Tatum. With Brown and Tatum both playing at an extremely high level to start the season off I expect this one to be a blowout win for the Celtics in Orlando.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 216.5 (-115)

If both teams were fully healthy I would likely tell you to bet the Over, but they aren’t. With the Celtics still being without their starting center, they are going to continue to miss both his interior defense and rebounding, which hurts them on both ends. And with Orlando missing most of its scoring potential due to injury, I expect the under to be a fairly safe bet for this game. I expect Banchero, Tatum and Brown to all shine in this game, but I do not think that will be enough to carry this game past the Over.

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Boston Celtics at Orlando Magic odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Boston Celtics at Orlando Magic odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

On Wednesday evening, the Boston Celtics (2-5) will take a trip down south to take on the Orlando Magic (2-6). The game will be held at Amway Center with a 7 p.m. ET tip. Below, we look at the Celtics at Magic odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

Led by SF Jayson Tatum and SG Jaylen Brown, the Celtics have kicked off the season losing five of seven.

For a team with playoff aspirations, having dropped games consecutive games to the Wizards and then also losing to the Knicks, Raptors and Bulls is unacceptable. They’ll look to bounce back on track on the road.

As for the Magic, they’ve started to turn some heads behind the play of PG Cole Anthony and rookie SF Franz Wagner.

Along with several other high-potential prospects, the Magic are coming off a come-from-behind win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Orlando won’t be a favorite in many games, but the Magic do put up a fight.

Celtics at Magic odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:25 p.m. ET.

Money line: Celtics -280 (bet $280 to win $100) | Magic +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -6.5 (-108) | Magic +6.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Magic key injuries

Celtics

None.

Magic

PG Michael Carter-Williams (ankle) out
SG Gary Harris (ankle) questionable
SF Jonathan Isaac (knee) out
PG Markelle Fultz (knee) out
SG E’Twaun Moore (knee) out

Celtics at Magic odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 112, Magic 108

Money line

PASS on the money line with a slight lean to the Magic.

At home and starting to find their rhythm, I think a +220 underdog is worth a look. Given that I don’t envision them winning, I’m not going to suggest betting this side, but it does hold more value than the -280 given to Boston.

Against the spread

“LEAN” to the MAGIC +6.5 (-112) as they’re actually impressed so far this season.

The only problem here is that their youth doesn’t aid efficiency on some nights. However, Anthony is starting to blossom like Orlando hoped he would’ve when drafting him in the top ten last year.

As a team, the Magic rank in the top half in true shooting percentage and bottom five in pace. At a 6.5-point spread, all they need to do is stay competitive, and with the way they’ve been playing, I think they’ll at least hang with Boston.

The Celtics are bottom ten in net rating and defensive rating. Expect a big night from Anthony and C Mo Bamba.

Over/Under

BET on the OVER 216.5 (-110) as Orlando is starting to surge, and both teams have forgotten how to play defense.

In Orlando’s defense, they’re crippled from injuries and opt to start two smaller guards and a rookie. For Boston, there’s really no excuse, however, they do push the pace and force teams to keep up with them.

Boston ranks 27th in defensive rating and then 15th in pace. They’ve topped 105 points in all but one game. With Tatum a full-blown superstar, expect him to score quite a bit against an undersized Magic.

The Magic are dead last in defensive rating as well. Two horrible defensive teams should make for a high-scoring game.

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Boston Celtics at Orlando Magic odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Wednesday’s Boston Celtics at Orlando Magic NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

Having won their last two games, the Orlando Magic (21-44) will try to make it three straight on Wednesday night at home against the Boston Celtics (34-31). They’re big underdogs, but they’re used to it; Orlando hasn’t been favored since February. Tip-off from Amway Center will be at 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Celtics-Magic odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics have once again hit a rough patch, losing four of their last six games. They’ve had the last two days off, but on Sunday, they lost by 10 points to the Trail Blazers as 1-point underdogs.

Boston’s stars have been in and out of the lineup due to injury, which has certainly played into the team’s struggles.

The Magic have surprisingly won two straight games and three of their last four, with those victories coming against the Detroit Pistons, Memphis Grizzlies and Cleveland Cavaliers – admittedly, not the toughest competition.

They too have been banged up and will be missing several key players on Wednesday night against the Celtics.

Celtics at Magic: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:28 a.m. ET.

Money line: Celtics -550 (bet $550 to win $100) | Magic +400 (bet $100 to win $400)
Against the spread/ATS: Celtics -10.5 (-110) | Magic +10.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 218.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Celtics at Magic: Key injuries

Celtics

C Tristan Thompson (chest) questionable
SG Jaylen Brown (leg) out

Magic

PG Michael Carter-Williams (ankle) out
SF James Ennis III (calf) out
SG Terrence Ross (back) out
SF Otto Porter Jr. (foot) out
PF Chuma Okeke (ankle) out

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Celtics at Magic: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Celtics 119, Magic 107

Money line (ML)

The Celtics have looked shaky as of late, while the Magic have suddenly won three of their last four.

But, there’s no chance I’m picking the Magic to continue their winning streak and beat the Celtics – not even at home.

I’m not willing to make a bet on the Celtics money line, either, at -550. So I would PASS here.

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Against the spread (ATS)

In their last six games, the Celtics have covered the spread only once: a 120-111 win over the Hornets last week. They’ve struggled to beat teams convincingly, even when heavily favored.

But the Magic are extremely short-handed and the Celtics are expected to have Walker and Tatum on the floor.

I like the CELTICS -10.5 (-110) to cover the spread tonight.

Over/Under (O/U)

The Celtics’ recent games have been fairly high-scoring affairs, including a 143-140 win over the Spurs with Jayson Tatum contributing 60 points to that total.

The total has gone Over in each of the Celtics’ last five games, as well as in six of the Magic’s last seven.

Despite Orlando missing some of its top players, bet the OVER 218.5 (-110) tonight.

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