Orlando Magic vs. Boston Celtics Prediction, Odds, Picks for NBA Friday [12/15/2023]

The Boston Celtics will square off with the Orlando Magic in NBA action at TD Garden on Friday, beginning at 7:30PM ET.

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

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

Using trusted computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated the outcome of Friday's Magic-Celtics NBA game 10,000 times as part of our NBA picks for today.

Dimers' popular predictive analytics model gives the Celtics a 69% chance of beating the Magic, with our predicted final score seeing the Celtics winning 115-109.

According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Magic and Celtics have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 226.5 points also has a 51% chance of going Under.

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Magic vs. Celtics Odds

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

Bet Type	Magic	Celtics
Spread	+5.5 (-105)	-5.5 (-112)
Moneyline	+190	-218
Total	o226.5 (-110)	u226.5 (-108)

• The Celtics are -5.5 favorites against the Magic, with -112 at FanDuel Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Magic (+5.5) to cover the spread, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -105.
• DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Celtics at -218, which means you can risk $218 to win $100, for a total payout of $318, if they get the W.
• On the other hand, FanDuel currently has the best moneyline odds for the Magic at +190, where you can bet $100 to profit $190, earning a total payout of $290, if they win.
• The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 226.5 with DraftKings, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, while FanDuel currently has the best odds for the Under at -108.

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

As always, make sure you check the sportsbooks you have access to in your state for the best NBA odds and lines.

Magic vs. Celtics Picks

By comparing our probabilities to the odds listed above, we have found the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Magic +5.5	-105
Moneyline	Celtics	-218
Total	Under 226.5	-108

Dimers' best NBA bets are based on detailed modeling and wagering intelligence to bring you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Magic vs. Celtics Player Props

NBA prop bets are a popular way to wager on Magic vs. Celtics without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.

We have crunched the numbers to project individual points, assists, rebounds and three-pointers for each team.

Franz Wagner is expected to step up for the Magic with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists, while Jayson Tatum is projected to finish with 28 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the Celtics.

Magic Prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Magic in Friday's game:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Franz Wagner	20	5	4	2
Paolo Banchero	19	7	4	1
Cole Anthony	14	4	3	2
Moritz Wagner	12	4	1	1
Jalen Suggs	11	4	2	2

Celtics Prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers for the Celtics on Friday:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Jayson Tatum	28	8	5	3
Jaylen Brown	23	5	4	3
Derrick White	18	4	4	3
Jrue Holiday	17	5	7	2
Sam Hauser	11	4	1	3

For more help with your NBA prop betting, check out the best NBA betting trends for today's games.

Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this page for the latest betting analysis before Magic vs. Celtics on Friday December 15, 2023.

Magic vs. Celtics Game Information

Friday's matchup between the Celtics and Magic at TD Garden is scheduled to begin at 7:30PM ET.

• Who: Orlando Magic vs. Boston Celtics
• Date: Friday December 15, 2023
• Time: 7:30PM ET / 4:30PM PT
• Venue: TD Garden

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Conclusion

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