The Orlando Magic took control of the game against the Brooklyn Nets in the third quarter, leading by 96-71. The Magic have been on a winning streak, with four consecutive victories, and are looking to extend it to five. The Nets, on the other hand, will need to step up their game if they want to spoil the Magic’s streak.
The Magic and the Nets have had an even record of 5-5 in their last ten games since December 2021, but the Magic are looking to break that tie. The game is set to take place on Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Both teams are coming into the match with strong performances, as the Magic are on a four-game winning streak and the Nets have won three of their last five games.
In their previous games, the Magic displayed an impressive offensive performance, scoring a season-high 133 points in their last game against the Bulls. Jalen Suggs led the charge with 31 points and seven assists, while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope contributed with 24 points and four steals. The Nets, on the other hand, pulled off a significant upset against the Suns with a 127-117 victory, led by Tyrese Martin’s 30 points.
The Magic are currently the favorites to win the game by 7.5 points, as they have been performing well and have covered the spread in their last four games. In their previous matchup in October, the Magic defeated the Nets 116-101, but playing on the road this time might present a new challenge for them.
According to the latest NBA odds, the Magic are favored by 7.5 points against the Nets, with the over/under set at 210 points. The line opened with the Magic as a 4.5-point favorite, indicating a shift in favor of Orlando. The experts are predicting a defensive showdown between the two teams.
Looking at their series history, both teams have had their fair share of wins in their last ten games. The Magic won their previous matchup against the Nets, but playing away from home this time could make a difference in the outcome of the game. Fans can catch the action on TV or online to see if the Magic can extend their winning streak or if the Nets will come back strong in the fourth quarter.
