Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/12

The NBA Regular Season is heating up as the Orlando Magic visit the New York Knicks. The game will take place at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN.

The Magic, led by Head Coach Jamahl Mosley, have a 5-6 record and are ranked 10th in the Eastern Conference. They recently won against the Portland Trail Blazers. On the other hand, the Knicks, coached by Mike Brown, boast a strong 7-3 record and hold the 2nd spot in the Eastern Conference. They are coming off a victory against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Magic vs Knicks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Orlando Magic vs. New York Knicks
  • Venue: Madison Square Garden
  • Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Knicks Spread -4.5 (-111), Magic Spread +4.5 (-111), Knicks MoneyLine -175, Magic MoneyLine +147, Over/Under 228.5

Orlando Magic Team Preview

The Orlando Magic have shown mixed results in their recent games. They won against the Portland Trail Blazers with a score of 115-112. Paolo Banchero led with 28 points, while Franz Wagner added 19 points and 9 rebounds.

In their game against the Boston Celtics on November 9, the Magic lost 107-111. Jalen Suggs scored 20 points with 8 rebounds. Despite Franz Wagner’s 20 points, the Magic couldn’t secure the win.

The Magic rank 18th in points per game, scoring 115.9 on average. They excel at free throws, leading the league in both attempts and makes per game. Their defense allows 115.8 points per game, placing them 14th in the league.

New York Knicks Team Preview

The New York Knicks have been strong in recent games. They won against the Memphis Grizzlies 133-120. Jalen Brunson led the team with 32 points and 10 assists.

The Knicks have been shooting well from three-point range. They rank first in three-pointers made per game with 17.0. Their field goal percentage stands at 46.1%, placing them 19th in the league.

Defensively, the Knicks allow 112.7 points per game. They are second in the league for field goal attempts allowed per game at 83.7. Mitchell Robinson is questionable for the next game due to an ankle injury.

BTB Betting Pick

The Knicks are favored by 4.5 points against the Magic. The Magic score 115.9 points per game, while the Knicks score 121.8. The Knicks allow 112.7 points per game, and the Magic allow 115.8. With the Knicks’ higher scoring average and strong defensive stats, they are likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Knicks 119, Magic 113.

The total for the game is set at 228.5 points. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, but the Knicks’ defense is solid, allowing only 112.7 points per game. Given the defensive strengths, the game could stay under the total. The projected total is 232 points, but the defense might keep it slightly lower.