Orlando (9-6) at LA Lakers (10-4)
- When: Nov 21 2024, 10:30 PM
- Where: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- TV: SportsNet LA
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Orlando Magic @ Los Angeles Lakers
Moneyline
Orlando Magic +165
Los Angeles Lakers -195
Orlando Magic @ Los Angeles Lakers
Point Spread
Orlando Magic 4.5 (-110)
Los Angeles Lakers -4.5 (-110)
Orlando Magic @ Los Angeles Lakers
Total
Over 216.5 (-105)
Under 216.5 (-115)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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Key Players:
Orlando: Franz Wagner
LA Lakers: LeBron James
Team Stats
| Magic | Lakers | |
| 9-7 | Record | 10-4 |
| 2-7 | Away & Home | 7-0 |
| 6-4 | Last 10 | 7-3 |
| L1 | Streak | W6 |
Last Matchup:
ORL 120-101, November 4th, 2023
Game Preview
The red-hot Los Angeles Lakers aim to keep their winning streak alive on Thursday night as rookie sensation Dalton Knecht takes the court against the visiting Orlando Magic. Bettors should keep an eye on Knecht, who has become a 3-point machine early in his NBA career.
Knecht tied an NBA rookie record on Tuesday, sinking nine 3-pointers in the Lakers’ 124-118 win over the Utah Jazz. Shooting an incredible 67.8% from beyond the arc over his last four games, Knecht has emerged as a key weapon alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis. His recent career-high 37-point performance also boosted his scoring average to 24.3 points over the past four contests.
The Lakers have ridden Knecht’s hot hand to a six-game winning streak and remain unbeaten at home (7-0). With Anthony Davis averaging 30.7 points and 11.4 rebounds per game, and Knecht lighting it up from deep, the Lakers are a strong pick to cover against the Magic.
Meanwhile, the Magic’s own six-game win streak came to an end Wednesday night with a 104-93 loss to the Clippers. Orlando, which had been holding opponents under 100 points during their streak, is still missing key players Paolo Banchero (oblique) and Wendell Carter Jr. (foot). Both remain questionable for Thursday, with Carter having missed nine straight games.
Second-year guard Anthony Black has stepped up for Orlando, averaging 11.3 points and 8.5 assists over his last two games, including a season-high 20 points in a road win against the Suns. Franz Wagner leads the team with 22.3 points per game, while Jalen Suggs adds 15 points per game.
The Lakers’ dominant home record, paired with Knecht’s recent shooting surge and Orlando’s injury concerns, make Los Angeles the team to back in this matchup. Consider pairing a Lakers win with an over on Knecht’s 3-point props for extra value.
NBA Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: LA Lakers 113-107
Expert Pick: LA Lakers -4½ & Over 216 (-105)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $373
- NBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
