New Orleans Pelicans vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/11

The New Orleans Pelicans are set to play against the Orlando Magic at the Kia Center on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The Pelicans, led by interim head coach James Borrego, have a record of 9-31. They recently won against the Washington Wizards, ending a losing streak.

The Orlando Magic, coached by Jamahl Mosley, hold a record of 21-18. They will try to bounce back after a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Both teams will look to improve their standings early in the season.

Pelicans vs Magic Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Orlando Magic
  • Venue: Kia Center
  • Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Pelicans +6.5 (-110), Magic -6.5 (-111), Pelicans MoneyLine +211, Magic MoneyLine -255

New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans recently had a solid win against the Washington Wizards, finishing 128-107. Trey Murphy III was a key player, scoring 35 points with 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Zion Williamson also had a strong performance, adding 31 points and 3 assists.

Offensively, the Pelicans score 114.8 points per game, ranking them 21st in the league. They attempt 91.3 field goals per game, placing them 5th in that category. However, they struggle with three-point shooting, making only 10.7 per game, which is 29th.

The team faces some injury challenges. Dejounte Murray, Herbert Jones, and Jose Alvarado are all out, impacting their depth. Saddiq Bey is doubtful, dealing with hip soreness and not expected to play.

Orlando Magic Team Preview

The Orlando Magic are coming off a recent home loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, where they were defeated 103-91. Paolo Banchero had a notable performance with 14 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists. Despite the loss, Desmond Bane contributed 23 points and Wendell Carter Jr. added 13 points and 8 rebounds.

During the season, the Magic have averaged 115.9 points per game, ranking them 16th in the league. They have a strong presence in free throws, leading the league with 21.9 made per game. However, their three-point shooting has been a challenge, with a low percentage of 33.7, placing them 29th.

The team is dealing with some injuries, including Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs, both of whom are out. Moritz Wagner is probable to play, recovering from an ACL injury. The Magic will rely on key players like Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane to lead the way in their upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

The Orlando Magic are favored by 6.5 points in their game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The Magic have a solid defense, allowing 114.9 points per game, while the Pelicans struggle defensively, giving up 122.3 points per game. With these factors, picking the Magic to cover the -6.5 spread is a reasonable choice.

The total for the game is set at 234 points. The Pelicans’ defense allows a high number of points, and both teams rank high in possessions per game. This game could see a lot of scoring, making the over 234 a good option.