Lakers Magic odds picks prediction spread over/under betting line

Los Angeles Lakers at Orlando Magic odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Orlando Magic odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Lakers (13-20) and Orlando Magic (13-21) meet Tuesday at Amway Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Lakers vs. Magic odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Lakers failed to cover the spread as 7.5-point underdogs 124-115 at the Dallas Mavericks Sunday. Los Angeles allowed 51 points in the 3rd quarter, the highest-scoring quarter on Christmas Day in NBA history.

The Lakers are 0-5 against the spread (ATS) in their last 5 games.

The Magic covered as 6-point home favorites 133-113 vs. the San Antonio Spurs Friday. G Cole Anthony finished with 23 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists, all game-highs, as Orlando improved to 8-1 in its last 9 games.

The Magic are 10-0 ATS in their last 10 games.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Lakers 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 1:15 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Magic -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers +3.5 (-115) | Magic -3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 235.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Lakers at Magic key injuries

Lakers

F/C Anthony Davis (foot) out
F LeBron James (ankle) probable
G Dennis Schroder (foot) probable
F Juan Toscano-Anderson (ankle) out

Magic

G Jalen Suggs (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Lakers at Magic picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 115, Magic 114

Moneyline

Sprinkle on LAKERS (+140).

The Lakers need to bounce back after an embarrassing performance on Christmas Day. While the Magic are one of the hottest teams in the league, the Lakers still have a better roster and should come extra focused after a devastating collapse on national television.

Against the spread

BET LAKERS +3.5 (-115).

The market is overreacting to the Magic covering in 10 straight games. Orlando is 0-4 straight up vs. the Lakers in their last 4 head-to-head meetings. The last time Orlando beat Los Angeles by 4 or more points was in a 108-104 win Nov. 25, 2018. The Lakers have gone through a rough stretch lately but should not be 3.5-point underdogs in this spot. Take the points.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 235.5 (-108).

The Lakers gave up 51 points in the 3rd quarter Sunday, the most points allowed in a quarter by any team this season. Los Angeles was playing great defense in the 1st half, allowing just 43 points. The Lakers should bounce back defensively and help the total stay Under such a high number. The Under is 23-8 in the last 31 head-to-head meetings and should hit Tuesday.

Want action on this NBA game or any other matchups? Bet legally online with a trusted partner: Tipico Sportsbook, SportsbookWire’s official sportsbook partner in OH, CO and NJ. Bet now!

If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, access all of our content at SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW, or try out our USA TODAY Parlay Calculator. Please gamble responsibly.

Follow Corey Scott on Twitter. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1368]

Orlando Magic at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Orlando Magic at Los Angeles Lakers NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Orlando Magic (15-30) are on the road to face the Los Angeles Lakers (29-17) Sunday night. Tipoff is at 10:10 p.m. ET at the Staples Center. Below, we analyze the Magic-Lakers odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Magic are kicking off a five-game road trip after having unloaded several players at the trade deadline. They dealt Evan Fournier, Aaron Gordon and Nikola Vucevic. They gained Wendell Carter, Gary Harris, Otto Porter and R.J. Hampton, as well as a few draft assets and trade exceptions in the deals. They have won only two of their last 14 games.

The Lakers snapped a four-game losing streak Friday with a 100-86 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. They continue to be without their two best players in LeBron James and Anthony Davis, who are both out injured. L.A. has two games left in their homestand before they hit the road for seven straight.

Magic at Lakers: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 9:18 a.m. ET.

Money line: Magic +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Lakers -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Magic +6.5 (-110) | Lakers -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 208.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Magic at Lakers: Key injuries

Magic

G Cole Anthony (ribs) out
G Markelle Fultz (knee) out
G Gary Harris (thigh) out
F Jonathan Isaac (knee) out
G/F Terrence Ross (knee) questionable
G Jeff Teague (not with team) out

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (calf) out
F Jared Dudley (knee) out
F LeBron James (ankle) out

Special NBA Betting Promotion!

Place a $1 bet on either team’s money line, WIN an additional $100 (in free bets) if either team hits a 3-pointer during the game today. Promotion available in CO, IN, MI, NJ, TN, VA and WV. IA and PA residents, don’t miss BetMGM‘s risk-free, first-bet offer!

Place your legal, online sports bets at BetMGM! Terms and conditions apply. Bet now!

Magic at Lakers: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Lakers 105, Magic 96

Money line (ML)

Orlando sports one of the league’s worst records on the road at 5-15. No team has fewer wins away from home. They have lost six straight road contests. The Lakers, despite the recent losing streak, have only lost one of their last eight games when favored. So the best bet, albeit a chalk play, for this game is to take the LAKERS -250.

Play our new free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Against the spread (ATS)

Orlando is used to playing as the underdog. This is their 14th straight game not being favored. They are 22-22-1 ATS overall on the season and 16-17-1 ATS as dogs. They have gone 5-2 ATS over their last seven games. However, the Lakers have not had had a win in which they did not cover the spread since February 10. They are 21-24 ATS overall, but their ATS losses are usually actual losses. I expect the Lakers to win, so I expect their covering trend to also continue. Take the LAKERS -6.5 (-110).

Over/Under (O/U)

No team has gone Over the total less than the Lakers this season. Their Over percentage is 34.8%. Five of their last six games have gone Under. They have scored over 101 only once in their last five games. The Magic have the second-lowest scoring offense in the league at 104.6 points a game. They are 3-5 O/U in their last eight games. Take UNDER 208.5 POINTS (-110).

Want some action on this one? Place a bet at BetMGM now. For more sports betting picks and tips, visit SportsbookWire.com. Please gamble responsibly.

Follow Jess Root on Twitter. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

Also see:

Gannett may earn revenue from audience referrals to betting services. Newsrooms are independent of this relationship and there is no influence on news coverage. This information is for entertainment purposes only. We make no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1368]