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Orlando Magic at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Chicago Bulls (2-2) welcome the Orlando Magic (3-1) to United Center Wednesday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Magic vs. Bulls odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Magic went 4-0 in 2023-24

The Magic beat the Indiana Pacers 119-115 Monday, closing as a 5.5-point home favorite. After covering their first 2 games, winning both by at least 15 points, the Magic have failed to cover 2 in a row, including their first loss, a 124-111 road defeat to the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday. The Magic have performed well behind former No. 1 overall pick F Paolo Banchero, who is averaging 28.5 points per game (PPG) and scored 50 points Monday.

The Bulls beat the Grizzlies 126-123 Monday, closing as a 5-point road underdog in that battle. Chicago G Zach LaVine stayed hot, scoring 30 points on 12-of-22 shooting. The Bulls have traded off winning and losing over their 4 games, starting with a 123-111 road loss to open the season at the New Orleans Pelicans. Chicago is 2-2 against the spread (ATS) and is led by LaVine, who is averaging 26 PPG.

Magic at Bulls odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 12:02 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Magic -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Bulls +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
Against the spread (ATS): Magic -6.5 (-105) | Bulls +6.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Magic at Bulls key injuries

Magic

F Jonathan Isaac (hip) questionable

Bulls

G Lonzo Ball (wrist) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Magic at Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

Magic 118, Bulls 111

Moneyline

PASS.

The Magic have shown energy and discipline so far this season, and their young stars are starting to shine. Expect that to continue, but at this moneyline value, avoid playing them to win outright.

Similarly, the Bulls have been too inconsistent to back here.

Against the spread

BET MAGIC -6.5 (-105).

Orlando has been exceptional to start the season, having scored at least 111 points in all 4 games and holding opponents to 101 or fewer points in 2 of its 4 games. The Magic have been surprisingly efficient offensively as well with 3 of their top-4 scoring options shooting 48% or better from the field.

Just 2 of the Bulls’ top 4 scorers can say they have eclipsed that percentage. Chicago has also disappointed after every win and struggled in its lone home match, dropping that game 114-95 to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Bulls’ offense has seen highs and lows, but their defense has only seen the latter, having allowed 122 points or more in 3 games.

Considering those pertinent issues, take the away side and back MAGIC -6.5 (-105).

Over/Under

BET OVER 227.5 (-115).

Both teams have consistently gone Over the projected total this season, and there’s no reason to think those trends won’t continue Wednesday. The Bulls are 3-1 O/U and have scored at least 110 in 3 of 4 games and topped 126 points twice. Their defense has been a bigger issue as noted above.

The Magic, who have been efficient offensively, have also allowed at least 115 points in 2 straight games. Orlando’s efficiency against a lacking defense should maintain its dominant offensive performance. It is 4-0 O/U on the season.

That said, expect a high-scoring battle and take OVER 227.5 (-115).

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Orlando Magic at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and predictions

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

The Orlando Magic (23-34) and Chicago Bulls (26-30) meet Monday at United Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Magic vs. Bulls odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Magic failed to cover the spread as 1.5-point home favorites Saturday in a 107-103 overtime loss vs. the Miami Heat. G Markelle Fultz scored a team-high 17 points as Orlando blew a double-digit 4th-quarter lead. The Magic are 7-0 against the spread (ATS) in their last 7 games after failing to cover in their previous contest.

The Bulls failed to cover as 6-point underdogs Saturday in a 97-89 loss at the Cleveland Cavaliers. G Zach LaVine finished with 23 points as Chicago lost its 3rd straight game. The Bulls are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games vs. teams with a losing record.

This is the 3rd meeting this season between the Magic and Bulls. Orlando covered as an 8.5-point road underdog in a 108-107 win Nov. 18 and Chicago covered as a 2.5-point road favorite with a 128-109 win Jan. 28.

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Magic at Bulls odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:46 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Magic +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Bulls -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Magic +4.5 (-102) | Bulls -4.5 (-118)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Magic at Bulls key injuries

Magic

G Patrick Beverley (not with team) out
G R.J. Hampton (not with team) out
G Terrence Ross (not with team) out

Bulls

G Lonzo Ball (knee) out
G Alex Caruso (foot) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Magic at Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

Bulls 115, Magic 105

Moneyline

PASS.

The Bulls (-190) should win, but there is no need to risk almost twice your potential profit on the moneyline when Chicago should win by margin. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET BULLS -4.5 (-115).

Chicago should be able to bounce back after 3 consecutive road losses. The Bulls are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 home games and 9-6 ATS as a home favorite. Orlando is 25th in offensive efficiency and should struggle vs. a Bulls team that is 5th in defensive efficiency over its last 5 games.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 224.5 (-112).

The Under is 4-0 in Orlando’s last 4 games and 5-0 in the Magic’s last 5 after scoring 100 or more points in their previous contest. The Under has hit in the Bulls’ last 4 games and is 9-2 in the last 11 meetings between these teams in Chicago.

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Orlando Magic at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s Orlando Magic at Chicago Bulls odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Orlando Magic (11-40) bring their league-worst record into Tuesday’s road contest against the Chicago Bulls (31-18), trying to win their 12th game of the season and actually their third straight. Tip-off from United Center is at 8 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Magic vs. Bulls odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Magic are 3-1 in their last four games, beating the Bulls, Pistons and Mavericks in the last 10 days. Their loss in that stretch came to the Clippers, who claimed a 111-102 victory in Orlando. The Magic rank 28th in scoring (102.5 points per game) and 28th in field-goal percentage (43.2%), shooting an unimpressive 32.7% from 3-point range. PG Cole Anthony leads the team in scoring with 17.8 PPG, while C Wendell Carter Jr. is averaging a double-double (13.3 PPG, 10.1 RPG).

The Bulls are coming off a 130-116 win over the Trail Blazers Sunday, tying their fifth-most points scored in a game this season. Like the Magic, the Bulls are also 3-1 in their last four games, beating the Raptors and Thunder in addition to the Blazers, but losing to the Spurs 131-122 Friday. The Bulls are led by SF DeMar DeRozan, who’s averaging 26.4 PPG. SG Zach LaVine is putting up 24.9 PPG and sinks 2.9 3-pointers per game.

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Magic at Bulls odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:47 p.m. ET.

Money line: Magic +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Bulls -410 (bet $410 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Magic +8.5 (-107) | Bulls -8.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -120 | U: -105)

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Magic at Bulls key injuries

Magic

PG R.J. Hampton (knee) out

Bulls

PG Lonzo Ball (knee) out
SG Alex Caruso (wrist) out
SF Javonte Green (ankle) probable
SF Derrick Jones Jr. (finger) out

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Magic at Bulls odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Bulls 117, Magic 107

Money line

PASS.

The Magic have won their last two games, but it might be time to sell high on them against a solid, but injured Bulls team. Chicago should win this game at home despite their recent rash of injuries as it shoots for a fourth win in the last five games.

I’m not going to lay a bet on the money line, though, because -410 is too rich to warrant a wager.

Against the spread

BET BULLS -8.5 (-115) to cover the spread and win comfortably.

The 8.5 points is the most Chicago has been favored by in any of its last 10 games. In the Bulls’ last four home games, they covered the spread three times, while Orlando is just 2-2 ATS on the road in its last four games.

Over/Under

OVER 221.5 (-120) is the way to go.

There hasn’t been an obvious trend on the Over/Under for the Bulls or Magic this season, but in their last 10 games, the Over is 6-3-1 for each team.

The total went Over in each of their last two games, including four of the last six for the Magic.

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Orlando Magic at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and prediction

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

The Orlando Magic (17-37) visit the Chicago Bulls (22-31) at United Center at 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Magic-Bulls odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Magic enter on a six-game slide, and they’re just 2-4 ATS during the stretch. They have been destroyed in their past two games, falling 124-87 to Milwaukee and 120-97 to San Antonio April 11-12.

These teams split a back-to-back in Orlando in the only previous meeting this season, with the Magic winning 123-119 as 2.5-point underdogs Feb. 5, and the Bulls winning 118-92 as a two-point ‘dog Feb. 6.

The Bulls are coming off a 101-90 loss at Memphis, and they’re on an 0-3 SU/ATS skid after a 3-0 SU/ATS win streak from April 4-8.

Magic at Bulls: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:55 a.m. ET.

Money line: Magic +340 (bet $100 to win $340) | Bulls -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Magic +9.5 (-110) | Bulls -9.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 216.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Magic at Bulls: Key injuries

Magic

C Mo Bamba (hip) questionable
PG Markelle Fultz (knee) out
PF Jonathan Isaac (knee) out
PF Chuma Okeke (hip) questionable
SF Otto Porter Jr. (foot) out

Bulls

PG Devon Dotson (undisclosed) questionable
SG Adam Mokoka (undisclosed) questionable
SG Garrett Temple (hamstring) probable

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Magic at Bulls: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Bulls 110, Magic 103

Money line (ML)

Laying four-and-a-half times your potential return on Bulls (-450) is a rather risky proposition, as Chicago is on a three-game slide. Regardless of their streak, you can’t play money lines this high and expect to make money over the long haul.

AVOID.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The MAGIC +9.5 (-110) have dropped six in a row, but they have covered seven of the past 10 as an underdog of five or more points. The Magic have also covered four of the past five games on the road.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 218.5 (-105) is worth a look, and if you are a trend bettor, you’ll like this info. The Under is 21-6 in the past 27 meetings, including 7-0 in the past seven meetings in Chicago.

The Under is also 7-0 in Chicago’s past seven at home and 6-2 in their past eight as a favorite.

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