Orlando Magic vs. Detroit Pistons Prediction, Odds, NBA Picks [2/24/2024]

The Detroit Pistons will face the favored Orlando Magic in NBA action at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday, beginning at 8:00PM ET.

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

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

We have used innovative machine learning and statistics to simulate the outcome of Saturday's NBA game between the Magic and Pistons 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NBA picks.

Our famous predictive analytics model gives the Magic a 76% chance of defeating the Pistons. Our predicted final score has the Magic winning 116-108.

According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and both the Magic and Pistons have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 224.5 points also has a 51% chance of going under.

Magic vs. Pistons Odds

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

Bet Type	Magic	Pistons
Spread	-8.5 (-105)	+8.5 (-112)
Moneyline	-345	+285
Total	o224.5 (-110)	u224.5 (-110)

• The Pistons are currently +8.5 underdogs against the Magic, with -112 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the favored Magic (-8.5) to cover the spread, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -105.
• FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Pistons at +285. That means you can bet $100 to profit $285, earning a total payout of $385, if they win.
• DraftKings currently has the best moneyline odds for the Magic at -345, where you can risk $345 to win $100 for a total payout of $445 if they come out on top.
• The Over/Under for total points scored sits at 224.5 with FanDuel, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, as well as the best odds for the Under at -110.

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

Magic vs. Pistons Picks

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

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Magic -8.5	-105
Moneyline	Pistons	+285
Total	Under 224.5	-110

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

Magic vs. Pistons Player Props

NBA player props are an enjoyable way to wager on Saturday's Magic vs. Pistons game without necessarily betting on the outcome.

We uss the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Little Caesars Arena.

Paolo Banchero is expected to step up for the Magic with 28 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists, while Cade Cunningham is projected to have 23 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists for the Pistons.

Magic Prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Magic:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Paolo Banchero	28	7	6	2
Franz Wagner	23	6	5	2
Wendell Carter	14	7	2	1
Jalen Suggs	12	3	2	2
Cole Anthony	12	3	3	1

Pistons Prediction

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

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Cade Cunningham	23	4	7	2
Jaden Ivey	16	4	4	2
Jalen Duren	13	11	2	0
Simone Fontecchio	11	4	2	2
Ausar Thompson	10	6	2	0

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

Magic vs. Pistons Game Information

Saturday's matchup between the Pistons and Magic at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to begin at 8:00PM ET.

• Who: Orlando Magic vs. Detroit Pistons
• Date: Saturday February 24, 2024
• Time: 8:00PM ET / 5:00PM PT
• Venue: Little Caesars Arena

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Conclusion

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