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Written by Kevin Hansen, Senior Sports Analyst
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The Charlotte Hornets and Orlando Magic are scheduled to meet in NBA action at Spectrum Center on Friday, starting at 7:00PM ET.
Dimers.com's full preview for Friday's Magic vs. Hornets matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.
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We have used innovative machine learning and statistical analysis to simulate the outcome of Friday's NBA matchup between the Magic and Hornets 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NBA predictions.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Magic an 83% chance of beating the Hornets. Our predicted final score has the Magic winning 108-97.
According to our model, the Hornets (+12) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the 206.5-point Over/Under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
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 | -12 (-112) | +12 (-108) |
| Moneyline | -700 | +570 |
| Total | o206.5 (-110) | u206.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Magic vs. Hornets Picks
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Magic vs. Hornets Player Props
NBA prop bets are a great way to wager on the Orlando vs. Charlotte matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome.
We uss the best information available to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers.
Paolo Banchero is expected to lead the Magic with 25 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists, while Miles Bridges is projected to finish with 20 points, 7 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 | 25 | 7 | 7 | 2 |
| Franz Wagner | 20 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| Wendell Carter | 14 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| Jalen Suggs | 11 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Moritz Wagner | 10 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
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Hornets Prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers for the Hornets:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miles Bridges | 20 | 7 | 3 | 2 |
| Brandon Miller | 17 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Vasilije Micic | 13 | 2 | 7 | 1 |
| Tre Mann | 13 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| Grant Williams | 12 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
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Magic vs. Hornets Game Information
Friday's action between the Hornets and Magic at Spectrum Center is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Orlando Magic vs. Charlotte Hornets
- Date: Friday April 5, 2024
- Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
- Venue: Spectrum Center
Pre-Game Probabilities
Last Updated: 11:06PM, Apr 5
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Conclusion
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