Matchup: Philadelphia 76ers vs Orlando Magic
Scheduled For: Friday, November 15, 2024
Venue: Kia Center, Orlando, FL
Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
The Philadelphia 76ers (2-9) are set to visit the Kia Center on Friday, aiming to overcome the Orlando Magic (7-6).
In their previous game, the 76ers faced off against the Cavaliers, suffering a defeat with a score of 114-106. Philadelphia recorded a field goal percentage of 44.6%, sinking 41 of 92 attempts, including 14 out of 43 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they were successful 10 out of 11 times, achieving a free-throw percentage of 90.9%. On the boards, they secured 45 total rebounds, including 12 on the offensive end. The team also tallied 24 assists in this game but turned the ball over 11 times and garnered 8 steals. Defensively, the 76ers allowed their opponents to shoot 49.4%, with the Cavaliers making 42 of 85 attempts. Cleveland managed to achieve 25 assists and recorded 8 steals. Additionally, the Cavaliers had a solid rebounding performance, with 46 total boards (9 offensive, 37 defensive) and 2 blocked shots. They converted 82.4% of their free throws, making 14 of 17 attempts, and hit 16 of 40 three-point shots. The foul count showed the 76ers with 13 and the Cavaliers with 14.
Jared McCain emerged as a key player in this game, scoring 34 points on 12 of 26 shooting, while contributing 2 rebounds and dishing out 10 assists in 38 minutes of play.
Entering this contest, Philadelphia holds a record of 2-9 for the season. They are averaging 106.2 points per game, ranking 28th in the NBA, with a field goal percentage of 43.0%. From beyond the arc, the 76ers are shooting 32.3% (132 of 409) and are hitting 76.4% of their free throw attempts. As a collective group, Philadelphia pulls down an average of 40.0 rebounds per game and has amassed 232 assists in total this season, placing them last in the league for assists. They commit 14.2 turnovers on average and register approximately 21.8 fouls each game.
Defensively, the 76ers force an average of 17.1 turnovers per game and average 20.9 personal fouls. They are currently positioned 13th in the league for assists allowed, surrendering 295 assists thus far. Opponents are shooting 49.3% against them, making 450 of 913 attempts, and they yield an average of 45.3 rebounds per game. The 76ers allow 37.3% shooting from three-point range and rank 21st in the NBA for points allowed per game at 114.2.
In their last outing, the Magic secured a victory with a score of 94-90 against the Pacers. Orlando managed to grab 37 defensive boards and 14 offensive rebounds, totaling 51 for the game. However, they recorded 17 turnovers while achieving 8 steals. The Pacers committed 19 personal fouls, allowing Orlando to take 15 free-throw attempts, converting 13 of those for an 86.7% rate. From three-point territory, the Magic hit 13 of 38 attempts (34.2%), and overall shot 34 of 85 from the field, equating to a shooting percentage of 40.0%. On defense, Orlando allowed the Pacers to shoot 38.1%, with Indiana making 32 of 84 attempts, and 33.3% from three-point range (10 of 30). The Magic were also effective at the free-throw line, finishing 16 of 18 (88.9%). In terms of rebounding, they allowed Indiana to secure 41 boards overall (7 offensive).
Franz Wagner played a crucial role for the Magic, scoring 29 points on 9 of 24 shooting (37.5%) and contributing 3 rebounds and 6 assists in his 37 minutes on the court.
The Orlando Magic currently sit at a record of 7-6 this season. Offensively, they are shooting 44.0% from the field, ranking 25th in the league. The Magic have scored a total of 1,396 points this season, averaging 107.4 points per game, and they pull down an average of 43.6 rebounds per game. Their assist average stands at 24.8 per game, which is 23rd in the league, and they turn the ball over 14.8 times per game. They are committing 19.7 fouls each game and converting 77.6% of their free throw attempts.
Defensively, Orlando surrenders 36.5% shooting from three-point land (156 of 427) and allows opponents to convert on 75.7% of their free throw attempts. The Magic give up an average of 23.7 assists and 42.7 rebounds per game, which ranks 5th and 14th in the league, respectively. They are positioned 2nd in the NBA for points allowed per game at 103.7. Additionally, they force an average of 16.0 turnovers per game and hold opponents to a shooting percentage of 45.1% from the field (6th in the league).
Which team will prevail in tonight’s NBA clash against the spread?
Free Pick: Bet on Orlando (-2.5)
