Magic vs. Jazz Prediction & Odds
The Jazz are laying 5.5 points to a bad Orlando team on Friday night that has struggled to beat Utah. That said, should bettors buck the trends and back the Magic tonight at 9:00 p.m. ET?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
541 Orlando Magic (+5.5) at Utah Jazz (-5.5); o/u 231
9:00 p.m. ET, Friday, January 13, 2023
Vivint Arena, Salt Lake City, UT
Magic vs. Jazz Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 79% of public bettors are currently backing the Jazz when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Orlando Magic DFS Spin
Paolo Banchero recorded a double-double on Tuesday with 19 points (5-for-16 FGs), 10 rebounds, two assists, three steals and a block in a win over Portland. Even on an off night shooting the ball, Banchero nearly scored 20 points. He also provided defensive value, which isn’t something he’s been good at doing this year. He extended his steal streak to five and tied his career-high for steals, which he set in their last game. The extra value defensively has allowed him to nearly provide top-50 value over the past week. If he maintains this defensive pace, he’ll continue to post excellent numbers for fantasy managers.
Utah Jazz DFS Spin
Jordan Clarkson showed well against Cleveland on Tuesday as he finished with 32 points (11-for-19 FGs), six rebounds, four assists and five 3-pointers in a 116-114 win. Playing against Donovan Mitchell, there was some added motivation for both sides, and Clarkson delivered. He scored seven points on one possession late in the game after he was flagrantly fouled on a made 3-pointer, and then fouled on a 3-point attempt, and he made all four of the free throws. He then gave Utah a four-point lead with a floater. His performance late gave the Jazz an important win, as they’ve lost seven of their last eight games. Clarkson has also posted top-100 numbers over the past two weeks.
Magic vs. Jazz NBA Betting Trends
Over is 6-0 in Magic last 6 games following a ATS win
Over is 49-24-3 in Magic last 76 games following a straight up win
Over is 4-0 in Jazz last 4 overall
Over is 9-4 in Jazz last 13 games following a straight up win
Magic vs. Jazz NBA Prediction:
The Magic are 0-5 against the spread in their last five games in Utah and are 1-6 against the number in their last seven games versus the Jazz overall. That said, Orlando has also covered in six of its last eight road games, is 13-5 against the number in its last 18 games overall and has covered in five of its last six road games when facing an opponent with a home record. On the other side, the Jazz are 2-5 against the spread in their last seven games coming off a win, are 2-5-1 against the number in their last eight games playing on two days of rest and are 2-5 ATS in their last seven home games versus a team with a losing road record.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: ORLANDO MAGIC +5.5