Orlando Magic vs. Charlotte Hornets Prediction, Odds, NBA Picks [3/5/2024]

The Charlotte Hornets will square off with the favored Orlando Magic in NBA action at Spectrum Center on Tuesday, beginning at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's comprehensive preview for Tuesday's Magic vs. Hornets matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

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

We have used trusted machine learning and data to simulate the result of Tuesday's NBA matchup between the Magic and Hornets 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NBA picks.

Our popular predictive analytics model gives the Magic a 74% chance of defeating the Hornets. Our predicted final score has the Magic winning 107-100.

According to our model, the Hornets (+8.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 208.5 points has a 51% chance of going over.

Magic vs. Hornets Odds

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

Bet Type	Magic	Hornets
Spread	-8.5 (-105)	+8.5 (-108)
Moneyline	-350	+295
Total	o208.5 (-105)	u208.5 (-115)

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

Magic vs. Hornets Picks

Our predictions, matched with the best odds, reveal the top betting picks for this game, detailed in Dimers' best NBA bets, crafted from expert modeling and analysis:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Hornets +8.5	-108
Moneyline	Hornets	+295
Total	Over 208.5	-105

While the Magic are more likely to win the game, betting on the Hornets moneyline is the best option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Magic vs. Hornets Player Props

NBA prop bets are an exciting way to wager on the Magic vs. Hornets game without necessarily betting on the outcome.

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

Paolo Banchero is expected to lead the way for the Magic with 27 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists, while Miles Bridges is projected to finish with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists for the Hornets.

Magic Prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Magic:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Paolo Banchero	27	7	7	2
Franz Wagner	22	5	5	2
Wendell Carter	15	8	2	2
Moritz Wagner	14	6	2	0
Cole Anthony	14	5	4	1

Hornets Prediction

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

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Miles Bridges	21	6	3	3
Brandon Miller	18	4	3	3
Tre Mann	14	5	5	2
Vasilije Micic	12	2	8	1
Davis Bertans	11	2	1	3

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

Magic vs. Hornets Game Information

Tuesday's matchup between the Hornets and Magic at Spectrum Center is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Orlando Magic vs. Charlotte Hornets
• Date: Tuesday March 5, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Spectrum Center

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Conclusion

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