New Orleans Pelicans vs. Orlando Magic Prediction, Odds, NBA Picks [3/21/2024]

NBA action continues on Thursday at 7:00PM ET as the New Orleans Pelicans take on the Orlando Magic at Kia Center.

Dimers.com's in-depth preview for Thursday's Pelicans vs. Magic matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

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Pelicans vs. Magic Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used innovative machine learning and data to simulate the outcome of Thursday's NBA matchup between the Pelicans and Magic 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NBA predictions.

Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Pelicans a 60% chance of defeating the Magic. Our predicted final score has the Pelicans winning 105-102.

According to our model, the Pelicans (-3) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 208 points has a 51% chance of going over.

Pelicans vs. Magic Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Pelicans	Magic
Spread	-3 (-106)	+3 (-112)
Moneyline	-138	+120
Total	o208 (-108)	u208 (-112)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Pelicans vs. Magic Picks

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Pelicans vs. Magic Player Props

Looking for Pelicans vs. Magic NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Kia Center.

Zion Williamson is expected to lead the way for the Pelicans with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists, while Paolo Banchero is projected to have 23 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the Magic.

Pelicans Prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Pelicans:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Zion Williamson	23	6	6	0
Brandon Ingram	19	4	6	1
CJ McCollum	18	4	4	3
Trey Murphy	15	4	2	3
Herbert Jones	11	3	2	2

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Magic Prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers for the Magic:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Paolo Banchero	23	6	6	1
Franz Wagner	19	5	4	2
Wendell Carter	12	7	2	1
Jalen Suggs	11	2	3	3
Cole Anthony	11	3	3	1

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Pelicans vs. Magic Game Information

Thursday's matchup between the Magic and Pelicans at Kia Center is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Orlando Magic
• Date: Thursday March 21, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Kia Center

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