The New York Knicks (36-26) welcome the Orlando Magic (37-26) to Madison Square Garden Friday. Tip is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Magic vs. Knicks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Magic lead 3-0 and have covered in each meeting
Orlando is coming off a 119-109 win over the Washington Wizards Wednesday, covering as a 7-point road favorite. The Magic are 42-21 against the spread (ATS) this season and have covered in 5 straight games. Orlando is led by F Paolo Banchero, who is averaging 22.9 points per game (PPG).
The Knicks lost to the Atlanta Hawks 116-100 at home Tuesday, failing to cover as a 1.5-point favorite. Despite being 31-29-2 ATS on the season, New York has covered in just once in its last 6 games and it has failed to cover in 9 straight home games. The Knicks are led by G Jalen Brunson, who is averaging 27.2 PPG.