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New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic January 6th 2025
At 7:30 ET, the New York Knicks (-616) will host the Orlando Magic (+446) in a conference matchup. The Knicks are favored by 11.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 209.5.
This game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York. The Knicks are currently 3rd in the Eastern Conference with a record of 24-12, while the Magic are 4th in the East at 21-16. New York has dropped two straight games.
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Magic vs. Knicks Key Information
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Orlando Magic at New York Knicks
- Where: New York at Madison Square Garden
- Date: Monday, January 6th
- Betting Odds NY -11.5, ORL +446 | NY -616 O/U 209.5
The Magic Can Win If…
The Magic fell to 21-16 on the season after a 105-92 loss to the Jazz on Sunday. Orlando, who were -8.5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 197 fell short of the 208.5 O/U line.
Orlando led 25-22 after the 1st quarter, but a 10-0 run by the Jazz put them in a hole. The Magic were outscored 28-19 in the 3rd quarter, and despite putting up 30 points in the 4th, they couldn’t close the gap.
In their 105-92 loss to the Jazz, the Magic shot just 35.7% from the field, with a three-point percentage of 29.8%. Despite the struggles, they connected on 14 threes overall. Jett Howard led the way with 21 points, hitting 4 threes at a 40% clip.
Howard scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, while Trevelin Queen added 8 of his 11 points in the final period. Wendell Carter contributed 15 points, and Cole Anthony chipped in 12, with 5 coming in the 3rd quarter.
Despite a strong defensive start, the Magic couldn’t hold off the Jazz in the 4th quarter, allowing 34 points in a 105-92 loss. Orlando gave up 48% shooting from the field but managed to limit Utah’s three-point damage, with the Jazz hitting 11 threes at a 34% clip.
Orlando sent Utah to the line 18 times, where they converted 16 free throws. The Magic recorded 29 defensive rebounds while allowing 11 offensive boards. They also added 8 steals and 4 blocks in the game.
- In their last five games away from home, the Magic have a straight up record of 2-3 while going 2-3 vs. the spread. The team averaged 102 points per game in this stretch.
- Going back to their last ten games as the underdog, the Magic have a straight up record of 2-8. But, their mark vs the spread was just 4-6.
- Over their last five games, the Magic have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
The Knicks Can Win If…
The Knicks fell to 24-12 on the season after a 139-126 loss to the Bulls on Saturday. New York, favored by 5.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 265.5 easily surpassed the pre-game O/U line of 238.5.
New York opened the game strong, going on an 11-0 run early and winning both the 1st and 2nd quarters. However, a disastrous 3rd quarter saw them outscored 41-17, putting them in a 104-89 hole heading into the 4th. They edged out the Bulls 37-35 in the final period, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.
Karl-Anthony Towns delivered a standout performance in the Knicks’ loss to the Bulls, finishing with 44 points, 16 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 58.6% from the field. He was especially dominant in the 4th quarter, scoring 25 points. Jalen Brunson added 33 points and 8 assists, contributing 14 of his points in the 2nd quarter.
The Knicks shot 49.5% from the field but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 8 threes at a 26.7% clip. Towns made 3 threes, shooting 42.9% from deep.
The Knicks struggled defensively against the Bulls, giving up 139 points on 54% shooting. Chicago scored 29 points in the 1st quarter, 34 in the 2nd, 41 in the 3rd, and 35 in the 4th.
New York allowed the Bulls to hit 20 threes at a 54% clip. The Bulls also went 17/18 from the free-throw line. The Knicks finished with 31 defensive rebounds, 7 steals, and 3 blocks.
- In their last ten games at home, the Knicks have a straight up record of 8-2 while going 5-5 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 115 points per game in these contests.
- Going back to their last ten games as the favorite, the Knicks have a straight up record of 8-2. But, their mark vs the spread was just 6-4.
- In their last five games, the Knicks have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
The Lean
We’re calling a win for the Knicks, with a final score of 134-79, and we’re taking them to cover the spread. Our recommendation is to bet on the Knicks at -11.5.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 209.5 and our model has the Magic and Knicks finishing with a combined 213 points. Our pick is to take the over.
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Knicks Return Home vs. Magic, Aim to Halt Modest Skid
The New York Knicks are set to begin a much-needed homestand Monday night as they host the injury-plagued Orlando Magic at Madison Square Garden. Both teams enter the contest eager to regain momentum following recent setbacks.
Knicks Look to Bounce Back After Two Straight Losses
The Knicks are coming off back-to-back defeats for the first time in two months. After a nine-game winning streak, New York fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday and the Chicago Bulls on Saturday, with the latter ending in a 139-126 loss.
New York’s schedule has been grueling, with their 21 road games tying for the most in the league. However, the team is about to enjoy some consistency at home, where they’ll play 11 of their next 13 games.
“At the end of the day, OKC found a way to beat us. Chicago found a way to beat us. Simple as that,” Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns said after a strong 44-point, 16-rebound performance against the Bulls. Towns is listed as questionable for Monday due to a right knee injury.
New York is hoping the extended stay at Madison Square Garden will help the team reset.
“With NBA players, that’s the biggest thing about travel — not being in the same bed we purchased, we know is the best for us,” Towns said. “We miss being in our bed.”
Magic Dealing With Mounting Injuries
The Magic, sitting fourth in the Eastern Conference, are grappling with significant injury challenges. Their roster was further depleted Friday when guard Jalen Suggs exited with back spasms, keeping him out of Sunday’s 105-92 loss to the Utah Jazz.
Anthony Black, who has missed four consecutive games due to a back injury, was in uniform Sunday but didn’t play. Third-year star Paolo Banchero is nearing a return from a torn right oblique, but Franz Wagner (torn right oblique) is sidelined indefinitely, and Moritz Wagner (torn ACL) is out for the season.
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Despite their injury struggles, the Magic were competitive against Utah through the first half. However, they faltered in the second half, allowing the Jazz to shoot 56.8 percent after intermission.
“Regardless of who’s in the game, who’s not, you have to continue to play the right way — sharing it, moving it, trusting it,” Magic coach Jamahl Mosley said. “We didn’t get that done the way we needed to.”
Season Series on the Line
Monday’s matchup marks the final regular-season meeting between the teams. The Knicks have a chance to sweep the series, having won the first two games: a 109-102 victory in Orlando on Nov. 6 and a 115-112 win at Madison Square Garden on Nov. 12.
What’s at Stake
The Knicks aim to halt their modest skid and capitalize on a favorable stretch at home to solidify their playoff positioning. Meanwhile, the Magic will look to overcome their injury challenges and bounce back in a crucial conference showdown.
