Date: Friday, December 6, 2024
Venue: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, PA
Broadcast: NBC Sports Philadelphia
This Friday, the Philadelphia 76ers (5-15) will host the Orlando Magic (16-8) at the Wells Fargo Center.
In their previous encounter, the Magic defeated the 76ers 106-102. Orlando recorded a field goal percentage of 48.8% (41 out of 84) and completed 8 of 29 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, the Magic converted 16 of 21 attempts for a 76.2% success rate. They collected a total of 42 rebounds, with 16 on the offensive end, and provided 21 assists, while forcing their opponents into 14 turnovers and achieving 13 steals. On defense, the Magic allowed the 76ers to shoot 48.8% from the field, completing 40 of 82 shots. The 76ers recorded 23 assists and made 9 steals, gathering 35 rebounds (10 offensive and 25 defensive) along with 7 blocked shots. Philadelphia struggled at the free-throw line, making 11 of 19 attempts for a conversion rate of 57.9%, while hitting 11 of 30 from beyond the arc. Both teams had similar foul counts, with the Magic committing 18 fouls compared to 19 for the 76ers.
Franz Wagner was a standout player in this matchup, shooting 52.2% from the field and dishing out 2 assists. He played for 36 minutes, grabbing 7 rebounds and finishing the night with 35 points on 12 out of 23 shooting.
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The Magic carry a record of 16-8 into this contest, averaging 107.9 points per game (25th in the league) with a field goal percentage of 45.2%. Orlando is shooting just 31.2% from the three-point range (282 of 905) and maintaining a free-throw percentage of 79.0%. As a cohesive unit, the Magic are securing 42.2 rebounds per game and have dished out 587 assists so far this season, ranking 12th in the NBA for total assists. However, they do average 14.9 turnovers and commit 20.0 personal fouls per game.
On the defensive end, the Magic are forcing 16.9 turnovers per game while committing an average of 22.1 fouls. They are effective in limiting opponents to 36.5% shooting from three-point territory and lead the league in points allowed per game (103.0). Orlando’s defense allows a field goal percentage of 45.7% (896 of 1,959) and concedes 41.0 rebounds per game. They sit at 15th in terms of assists allowed, giving up a total of 549 assists this season.
The 76ers, in their most recent outing, lost to the Magic by a score of 106-102. Philadelphia managed to gather 25 defensive boards and 10 offensive boards for a total of 35 rebounds. They turned the ball over 14 times and recorded 9 steals during the game. The Magic committed 18 fouls, leading the 76ers to the free-throw line for 19 attempts, of which they converted 11, yielding a 57.9% success rate. From beyond the arc, Philadelphia made 11 of 30 attempts (36.7%). Overall, the 76ers shot 40 of 82 from the field, resulting in a shooting percentage of 48.8%. Defensively, they allowed the Magic to shoot 48.8% as well, permitting them to make 41 out of 84 attempts from the field and allowing 42 total rebounds (16 offensive).
Jared McCain was a key contributor for Philadelphia in this match, scoring 24 points in 39 minutes while handing out 3 assists. He shot an impressive 58.8%, hitting 10 out of 17 attempts, and secured 7 rebounds.
With a record of 5-15 this season, the 76ers are committing an average of 21.0 personal fouls per game while maintaining a free-throw percentage of 77.5%. They are assisting their teammates 21.6 times per game (30th in the NBA) and are averaging 14.4 turnovers. So far this season, Philadelphia has scored 2,104 points (105.2 per game) and averages 39.4 rebounds per game. Offensively, they are shooting 43.7% from the field, placing them 28th in the league.
Defensively, the 76ers allow opponents to shoot 35.7% from three-point range (250 of 700) and their rivals convert 82.6% of free throws taken against them. They yield an average of 25.6 assists and 44.8 total rebounds per game, ranking 13th and 22nd in the NBA, respectively. The 76ers rank 12th in the league in points allowed per game (111.4). They force an average of 17.4 turnovers per game while permitting teams to shoot 47.9% from the field, which ranks 23rd in the league.
Free Prediction: Bet on Orlando (-4.0)
