New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic Prediction 12/13/2025 Today’s NBA Picks

The New York Knicks pay a visit to the Orlando Magic at the Kia Center in the NBA Cup Semifinals on Saturday night. Here’s a New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic Prediction. This article will include a New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic Pick.

New York Knicks Betting Preview 

The New York Knicks have been on a tear as they’ve won eight of their last nine games overall and they will be gunning for a fifth straight victory after running past the Raptors in a 117-101 road win on Tuesday. Jalen Brunson led the team with 35 points on 13 of 19 shooting, Josh Hart added 21 points with six rebounds and four assists on eight of 11 shooting while Mikal Bridges chipped in with 15 points.

As a team, the Knicks shot 53 percent from the field and 16 of 35 from the 3-point line. However, this win was more about their defense as they were always in control after restricting the Raptors to just 13 points in the second quarter to lead by as many as 24 points. All five starters finished in double figures in scoring but the only bench player to score more than three points was Jordan Clarkson who finished with 12 points. 

Orlando Magic Betting Preview 

Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic have been in fine form as they’ve won 11 of their last 15 games overall and they will be eager to keep it going after taking down the Heat in a 117-108 home win on Tuesday. Desmond Bane led the team with 37 points, six rebounds and five assists, Jalen Suggs added 20 points with four assists while Paolo Banchero tallied 18 points with seven rebounds and four assists.

As a team, the Magic shot 51 percent from the field and 15 of 32 from the 3-point line as they exploded for 39 points in the second quarter to overcome an early 16-point deficit. When the game tightened up, it was the Magic who opened the fourth quarter on a pivotal 9-2 run to start to pull away.

Why the Orlando Magic will win

• The Magic have won six of their last seven games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a winning record.
• The Magic have covered the spread in three of their last four games against the Knicks.

Why the New York Knicks will win

• The Knicks have won seven of their last eight games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Magic have lost each of their last three day games.
• The Knicks have covered the spread in eight of their last nine games.
• The Magic have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last 10 games as underdogs against Atlantic Division opponents following a win.

Total Points Facts

• Each of the Magic’s last four games have gone UNDER the total points line.
• Each of the Knicks’ last four day games against Southeast Division opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.

New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic Prediction

The Knicks are still missing Miles McBride and Landry Shamet, while the Magic have ruled out Franz Wagner and Moritz Wagner once again. These teams have already met three times this season, with the Magic leading the series by 2-1, but the Knicks won the last meeting by 106-100 last week and I think we’re in for another close contest. The Magic are coming into this contest with plenty of momentum, and they looked great in their win over the Heat in their last game, but the Knicks have quietly been one of the hottest teams in the league. I think they continue their hot streak with a win and cover at this short line in this spot.

Peter Tran's Pick: New York -4.5