The Orlando Magic (35-26) visit the Charlotte Hornets (15-46) Tuesday. Tip-off from Spectrum Center is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s'lines around the Magic vs. Hornets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Magic lead 1-0 with a 130-117 win in Orlando on Nov. 26
Orlando routed the Detroit Pistons 113-91 Sunday while covering as a 10.5-point home favorite. Orlando held the Pistons to 38.4% shooting from the field and 22.2% shooting from deep while outrebounding Detroit 48-28. The Magic have won 3 consecutive games and have held 2 of its last 3 opponents to under 100 points.
Charlotte lost 111-106 to the Toronto Raptors Sunday, covering as a 7.5-point road underdog. The Hornets have been held to under 100 points in 2 of their last 4 games and under 110 points in 3 of their last 4. Charlotte has lost 4 straight games, but is 2-0 against the spread (ATS) in its last 2 outings.