| MATCHUP | Orlando Magic | Charlotte Hornets |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 2-4 | 2-3 |
| Where | Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC | |
| When | Thursday, October 30, 2025 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EDT | |
| TV | FanDuel SN FL | |
Orlando Magic Betting Preview
The Orlando Magic lost to the 76ers and Pistons, and they play the Wizards next. The Magic have won 10 of their last 17 regular season games.
The Orlando Magic are averaging 114 points on 46.7 percent shooting and allowing 122.6 points on 48.6 percent shooting. Paolo Banchero is averaging 22.8 points and 2 assists, while Franz Wagner is averaging 22.5 points and 5.3 rebounds. Desmond Bane is the third double-digit scorer, and Jalen Suggs is grabbing 4.3 rebounds. The Orlando Magic are shooting 31.2 percent from beyond the arc and 73.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Orlando Magic are allowing 36.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46 rebounds per game.
Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview
The Charlotte Hornets beat the Wizards, lost to the Heat, and they play the Timberwolves next. The Hornets have lost 9 of their last 11 games.
The Charlotte Hornets are averaging 128.3 points on 49.3 percent shooting and allowing 124.8 points on 47.8 percent shooting. LaMelo Ball is averaging 26.3 points and 9.5 assists, while Miles Bridges is averaging 18.8 points and 7 rebounds. Collin Sexton is the third double-digit scorer and Kon Knueppel is dishing 2 assists. The Charlotte Hornets are shooting 41 percent from beyond the arc and 75.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Charlotte Hornets are allowing 39.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 47 rebounds per game.
Why the Charlotte Hornets will win
- The Magic have lost each of their last four games as favorites.
- The home team has won six of the Hornets’ last seven games.
- The Magic have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Hornets have covered the spread in four of their last five games.
Why the Orlando Magic will win
- The Hornets have lost each of their last eight home games against Southeast Division opponents following a loss.
- The Magic have won each of their last seven road games against the Hornets following a road loss.
- The Hornets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight night games against teams that held a losing record.
- The Magic have covered the spread in each of their last six games as road favorites against Southeast Division opponents following a loss.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Hornets’ last six night games have gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of the Magic’s last four road games against Eastern Conference opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Hornets rank 1st in the league for H2 points per game this season (66.8).
- Five different Hornets players have scored 20+ points in a game this season – equal-most in the league.
- The Magic rank 1st in the league for free throw attempts per game this season (36.6).
- The Magic rank 1st for second chance points (112) this season.
Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets Injury Report
The Hornets don’t have any players listed on their injury report.
The Magic will be without Moritz Wagner due to a knee injury.
Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction
The Magic have been the most disappointing team out of the gate, and I have no interest in backing them in their current form. I have less interest in the favorite role on the road and on the end of a back-to-back. The Magic have the same offensive issues from last year, and the defense has taken a step back. Also, if you’ve been following along from the start, you know I’m kind of high on the Hornets this season and believe they can compete for a playoff spot in the East. This Hornets’ offense could give potential tired legs a run. I’ll gladly grab the free bucket with the Hornets.