| MATCHUP | Philadelphia 76ers | Orlando Magic |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 21-15 | 21-18 |
| Where | Kia Center, Orlando, FL | |
| When | Friday, January 9, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EST | |
| TV | FanDuel SN FL | |
The Philadelphia 76ers invade the Kia Center to do battle with the Orlando Magic on Friday night. Here’s a Philadelphia 76ers vs Orlando Magic Prediction. This article will include a Philadelphia 76ers vs Orlando Magic Pick.
Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers have been in fine form as they’ve won four of their last five games overall and they will be eager to keep it going after blowing past the Wizards in a 131-110 home win on Wednesday. Joel Embiid led the team with 28 points, seven rebounds and two blocks, Paul George added 23 points with five assists on seven of 11 shooting while Tyrese Maxey chipped in with 22 points and eight assists on nine of 15 shooting.
As a team, the 76ers shot 54 percent from the field and 14 of 37 from the 3-point line as they stormed out of the gates with 37 points in the first quarter to take a narrow lead into halftime. Before they exploded for 69 points in the second half to make it a complete blowout in the end.
Orlando Magic Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic have been in decent form as they’ve split their last 12 games and they will be hoping to build some momentum after sneaking past the Nets in a 104-103 overtime win on Wednesday. Paolo Banchero led the team with 30 points, 14 rebounds and six assists, Wendell Carter Jr added 20 points on eight of 14 shooting while Tristan da Silva chipped in with 14 points.
As a team, the Magic shot 43 percent from the field and nine of 33 from the 3-point line as they got themselves in a bit of trouble after scoring just 14 points in the fourth quarter to squander an 18-point lead. However, they made up for it in overtime where Paolo Banchero saved the day with a clutch 3-pointer at the buzzer to win the game in dramatic fashion.
Why the Orlando Magic will win
- The 76ers have lost 16 of their last 19 road games against teams that held a winning record.
- The Magic have won 10 of their last 12 games at Kia Center.
- The underdogs have covered the spread in seven of the Magic’s last eight games.
- The 76ers have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games as favorites against Southeast Division opponents following a win.
Why the Philadelphia 76ers will win
- The Magic have lost each of their last six home games against 76ers teams that held a winning record.
- The 76ers have won each of their last nine games as road favorites following a win.
- The Magic have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games against Eastern Conference opponents following a win.
- The 76ers have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games as road favorites against Southeast Division opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the 76ers’ last eight Friday night games have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Each of the Magic’s last four night games against the 76ers following a road win have gone UNDER the total points line.
Orlando Magic Player Facts
- Paolo Banchero is one of only three qualified players in the league to be leading their team in points (21.1), rebounds (8.6) and assists (4.7) per game this season.
- Anthony Black ranks 5th in the league for fast break points (139) this season.
Philadelphia 76ers Player Facts
- Paul George ranks 9th in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for FT% (87.1%) this season.
- Quentin Grimes ranks 11th in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for FT% (87.1%) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- This season, 19.0% of the Magic’s scoring has come from the free-throw line – highest mark in the league.
- The Magic rank 2nd in the league for opponent three-point field goal attempts per game this season (33.3).
- The 76ers rank 1st in the league for Q4 opponent points per game this season (25.5).
- The 76ers rank 1st in the league for H1 points per game this season (61.8).
Philadelphia 76ers vs Orlando Magic Prediction
The 76ers could be slightly shorthanded for this one as they are keeping an eye on Joel Embiid who is questionable, while the Magic have ruled out Moritz Wagner, Jalen Suggs and Franz Wagner once again. The 76ers have had the luxury of players returning from injury which is a major reason for their recent resurgence, and they will be out for revenge in this one after falling to the Magic by 144-103 back on Nov. 25.
The Magic haven’t been anywhere near their best lately, but they will be hoping to build on their latest win, where Banchero nailed the dramatic game winner at the buzzer. You can make an argument for either side, but I prefer the 76ers at the moment, and I think they can get the job done at the short line in this one.