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With today’s trade deadline, the NBA is on edge, but four hours after the deadline rings, the Orlando Magic, in a test matchup, will face the Denver Nuggets, who have the best record in the Western Conference. After the two teams squared off in Denver last month, the Magic expects to even the season series.
Despite playing one of its best games of the season against a great foe, Nikola Jokic hit a three-pointer right before the final buzzer to satisfy Denver’s fans. After losing by four points to the New York Knicks on Tuesday, the Magic seeks retribution and a chance to resume winning tonight.
In the past month or so, Orlando has battled with its fair share of injuries, losing three more players for an extended period of time. The fact that the team is now becoming healthier could indicate a turnaround. Paolo Banchero, the team’s first-round choice, has been in good condition and is averaging 20.2 points per game while shooting 42.0 percent from the field.
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Banchero ranks second on the squad in rebounding with 6.6 per game. Wendell Carter, Jr., the team’s top rebounder, has returned after missing some time with a foot ailment. Carter, Jr. averages 15.1 points per game while grabbing 8.7 rebounds.
Looking at the other side of the court, with a 38-17 record, Denver has had a fantastic season and currently holds the top slot in the Western Conference. Denver is 15-5 since the beginning of the year. Denver has had an almost perfect season; their worst losing streak this year was only three games.
With 24.7 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game, Nikola Jokic leads the squad and is once again unstoppable. He also averages a triple-double. Jokic shoots quite well, with a field goal percentage of 63.5 percent. Jamal Murray, who is second on the club with 20.2 points and 5.8 assists per game, is back after missing the entire previous year due to an ACL tear.
Denver Nuggets vs Orlando Magic Game Information
- Date: 02/09/2023
- Time: 07:10 PM ET
- Location: Amway Center.
- How to Watch Nuggets vs Magic: NBC Sports Boston
- Live Stream: NBA Game Pass
Nuggets vs Magic Betting Lines
Magic are +200 according to our Vegas NBA Lines. This means that if you wager $100 you have the chance to win $200. On the other side, Nuggets are –240 according to the Vegas NBA Lines. This means that if you wager $100 you have the chance to win $41.67.
The implied probability for these two teams attached to the betting lines have Magic at a 33.33% chance of winning the game, meanwhile Nuggets have 70.59% probability of finishing the game with the W.
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