Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Venue: Kia Center, Orlando, FL
Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
The Kia Center will see the Orlando Magic (5-6) face off against the Indiana Pacers (5-5) this Wednesday.
In their previous game, the Pacers secured a victory over the Knicks, winning 132-121. Indiana showcased an impressive shooting performance, with a field goal success rate of 51.1% (45 of 88) and hitting 21 of their 46 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they converted 21 of 25 shots, resulting in an 84.0% success rate. On the boards, they grabbed 32 rebounds, with 5 being offensive. They also displayed strong teamwork by recording 27 assists, forcing 14 turnovers from their opponents, and making 6 steals. Defensively, however, Indiana allowed their opponents a high 55.4% shooting percentage (46 of 83). The Knicks managed 23 assists and had 5 steals in the game. Additionally, New York secured 39 rebounds (8 offensive and 31 defensive) and blocked 4 shots. They finished the game with an 81.5% free-throw shooting rate, sinking 22 of 27 attempts, and made 7 of 25 from three-point range. The Pacers committed 22 fouls while the Knicks registered 20 fouls.
Bennedict Mathurin was a standout performer in this matchup, finishing with a remarkable shooting percentage of 72.2% while dishing out 2 assists. He logged 41 minutes on the court, securing 8 rebounds and scoring a total of 38 points on 13 of 18 shooting.
As they approach this game, Indiana holds an overall record of 5-5 for the season. They average 14.2 turnovers and commit 22.6 fouls per game. The Pacers are pulling in 40.0 rebounds per contest and have accrued 283 assists, ranking 11th in the league for pass distribution. Indiana has a three-point shooting percentage of 37.5% (124 of 331) and converts 75.3% of their free-throw attempts. Offensively, they average 116.2 points per game, placing them 8th in the NBA, and have an efficient shooting percentage of 49.5% from the field.
Defensively, the Pacers force their opponents into 13.7 turnovers each game and draw 20.0 fouls. They concede 33.2% shooting on three-point attempts and are ranked 25th in the league for points allowed per game (118.8). Their opponents are shooting 47.2% from the field (428 of 907), and they allow an average of 44.9 rebounds per game. Indiana ranks 4th for the most assists allowed, having given up 234 assists so far this season.
In their most recent performance, the Magic triumphed over the Wizards with a final score of 121-94. On the rebounding front, Orlando allowed Washington a total of 37 rebounds (with 7 offensive rebounds). Shooting from the perimeter, they converted 30.3%, managing 10 of 33 attempts. From the free-throw line, the Magic also performed well, hitting 18 of 25 shots (72.0%). The Wizards made 33 of their 72 attempts from the field, finishing with a shooting percentage of 45.8%. The Magic shot at a 45.1% rate with 41 out of 91 successful field goal attempts, including 35.4% (17 of 48) from three-point territory. They capitalized on free throws, converting 22 in 25 attempts for an 88.0% success rate. The Wizards had 25 personal fouls, resulting in the Magic having numerous free throw opportunities. Additionally, the Magic secured 29 defensive and 15 offensive rebounds for a total of 44 boards in the game.
Franz Wagner played a crucial role for the Magic, achieving 45.0% shooting after going 9 of 20. He also contributed 4 rebounds and scored 23 points during his 29 minutes on the court, while also providing 7 assists.
The Magic’s current season record stands at 5-6. Offensively, they are hitting 44.2% of their shots, ranking 23rd in the league. Thus far, they have tallied 1,188 points in total (averaging 108.0 points per game) and are averaging 43.0 rebounds per game. They dish out assists 24.7 times per outing (20th in the league) while averaging 14.9 turnovers. Orlando commits 19.6 fouls per match, achieving a free throw conversion rate of 77.0%.
Defensively, the Magic rank 2nd in the NBA for points allowed per game with 106.3. They are adept at forcing 15.4 turnovers from their opponents each game and allow a field goal percentage of 46.2% (13th in the NBA). Opponents are hitting 37.0% of their long-range attempts (133 of 359) and converting 75.8% of their free throw attempts. Each game, they allow an average of 24.0 assists and 42.4 rebounds, ranking 8th and 10th, respectively, in the NBA.
Which team will claim victory in tonight’s NBA action against the spread?
Free Prediction: Bet on Indiana ML (-115)
