Orlando Magic vs San Antonio Spurs Picks and Predictions February 8th 2025

Orlando Magic vs San Antonio Spurs February 8th 2025

At 7:00 ET, the Orlando Magic (-140) will host the San Antonio Spurs (+118) in a non-conference matchup. The Magic are favored by 2.5 points and the over/under line is set at 219.

This game will be played at the Kia Center in Orlando and can be seen on FDSF. The Spurs are currently 12th in the Western Conference with a record of 22-27, while the Magic are 8th in the East at 25-28.

Spurs vs. Magic Key Information

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: San Antonio Spurs at Orlando Magic
• Where: Orlando at Kia Center
• Date: Saturday, February 8th
• Betting Odds ORL -2.5, SA +118 | ORL -140 O/U 219

The Spurs Can Win If…

The Spurs fell to 22-27 on the season after a 117-116 road loss to the Hornets on Friday. San Antonio entered the game as 10-point favorites but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points of 233 narrowly went over the pre-game line of 231.5.

Charlotte’s 12-0 run early in the game put the Spurs in a deep hole, but San Antonio fought back, winning the 3rd quarter 31-30 and the 4th quarter 35-25. They entered the final period down 92-81 but couldn’t complete the comeback.

Stephon Castle led the Spurs with 33 points on 66.7% shooting, adding 4 rebounds and 2 assists in their 117-116 loss to the Hornets. He connected on 3 threes at a 60% rate, while the team shot 30.8% from deep, making 12 threes overall.

Castle scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, and De’Aaron Fox added 7 of his 22 points in the final period. Devin Vassell also contributed 10 of his 15 points in the 4th.

The Spurs gave up 117 points to the Hornets, including 34 in the 1st quarter. They allowed 30 points in the 3rd, but tightened up in the 4th, giving up just 25 points. Overall, San Antonio allowed Charlotte to shoot 46% from the field.

San Antonio struggled to defend the three, as the Hornets hit 17 threes at a 44% clip. The Spurs sent Charlotte to the line just 6 times, where they made all their attempts. Defensively, the Spurs recorded 8 steals and 5 blocked shots.

• When looking at their past ten road matchups, San Antonio has an ATS record of 4-6 while averaging 116 per game. The team went 4-6 overall in these games.
• As the betting underdog, the Spurs have an ATS mark of just 2-3 in their last five games. San Antonio posted a straight up mark of 1-4 in these matchups.
• Over their last five games, the Spurs have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.

The Magic Can Win If…

Orlando fell to 25-28 on the season after a 112-90 loss to the Nuggets on Thursday. The Magic, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 202 points was below the O/U line of 217.

After a competitive 1st quarter, Orlando was outscored 34-24 in the 2nd and 33-17 in the 3rd. A 12-0 run by Denver extended the score from 81-62 to 93-62, and the Magic were unable to recover, despite outscoring the Nuggets 23-20 in the 4th.

In their 112-90 loss to the Nuggets, the Magic shot just 36.9% from the field and made only 5 three-pointers, connecting at a rate of 16.1%. Wendell Carter Jr. led the way with 19 points, shooting 77.8% from the floor.

Paolo Banchero added 18 points, with 6 coming in the 2nd quarter, while Franz Wagner contributed 14 points. Carter also scored 6 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters.

Defensively, the Magic struggled in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, giving up 34 and 33 points, respectively, in their 112-90 loss to the Nuggets. They did manage to tighten things up in the 4th, allowing just 20 points. Overall, Orlando allowed Denver to shoot 53% from the field.

The Magic also had trouble defending the three, as the Nuggets hit 12 threes at a 40% clip. Orlando sent Denver to the line 21 times, where they made 12 free throws. The Magic finished with 10 steals and 8 blocks in the game.

• When looking at their past five home matchups, Orlando has an ATS record of 1-4 while averaging 101 per game. The team went 1-4 overall in these games.
• In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Magic have a straight up record of 0-3 and an ATS mark of 0-3.
• In their last five games, the Magic have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.

The Lean

As the underdogs with a spread of +2.5, we recommend going with the Spurs on the point spread. We not only see them covering the spread but also have a strong likelihood of winning this one outright, especially if you’re seeking a higher payout on the moneyline.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 219 and our model has the Spurs and Magic finishing with a combined 281 points. Our pick is to take the over.

Orlando Aims to Rebound from Road Woes

The Orlando Magic are in desperate need of a reset. After losing 10 of their last 12 games, including five of six on their latest road trip, Orlando returns home hoping to turn things around. The challenge won’t be easy, as they welcome the San Antonio Spurs and their new backcourt leader, De’Aaron Fox, on Saturday night.

The Magic’s road trip ended on a sour note Thursday with a 112-90 loss to the Denver Nuggets. Nikola Jokić and Michael Porter Jr. combined for 58 points, outscoring Orlando’s entire starting lineup by 10 points. The only bright spot for Orlando was Wendell Carter Jr., who matched his season high with 19 points off the bench.

Now back in the Kia Center, the Magic are set to play 10 of their next 11 games at home, a stretch they hope will help them regain their form.

“It’s a great opportunity for us to steal a couple games, get our mojo back, our swagger back,” Carter said. “With us being back in the Kia Center, I know our fans are waiting for us back there. I think it’ll be a good thing. Especially these next three going into the (All-Star) break, I think it’ll set our tone for that back half of the season.”

San Antonio Adjusting to Life with Fox

The Spurs haven’t been much better than the Magic lately, losing eight of their last 11 games. However, San Antonio made a big splash at the trade deadline by acquiring Fox from the Sacramento Kings in a three-team deal.

Fox has wasted no time making an impact. In his Spurs debut on Wednesday, he put up 24 points and 13 assists in a thrilling 126-125 win over the Atlanta Hawks. On Friday, he followed that up with 22 points and six assists against the Charlotte Hornets.

Fox even looked like he would play the hero in Charlotte, sinking a step-back jumper with 7.9 seconds left to put the Spurs ahead 116-114. But the lead was short-lived, as Miles Bridges drained a game-winning three-pointer with 1.4 seconds left, handing San Antonio a heartbreaking 117-116 loss.

Even with the loss, Spurs acting head coach Mitch Johnson has been impressed with what Fox brings to the table.

“He makes tough shots, big shots. He doesn’t shy away from the moment,” Johnson said. “When there’s players that have been in those situations numerous times, there’s a certain level of calm and confidence that they play with, and I think it exudes to their teammates.”

While Fox provides a new offensive spark, San Antonio will need to clean up other areas of their game. The Spurs allowed Charlotte to grab 16 offensive rebounds, leading to 27 second-chance points, something Johnson called “pretty disappointing.”

Wembanyama’s Defensive Dominance Continues

Even with Fox now leading the backcourt, Victor Wembanyama remains the heart of San Antonio’s lineup. The 7-foot-4 rookie has been a game-changer on both ends, leading the Spurs in scoring (24.4 points per game) and rebounding (10.9), but his defensive impact has been his most eye-popping contribution.

Wembanyama is averaging 3.88 blocks per game, a mark that, if sustained, would be the highest by any player since Alonzo Mourning averaged 3.91 in the 1998-99 season. His presence in the paint could pose a serious problem for an Orlando offense that has struggled to find consistency.

Orlando’s Key Players Must Step Up

For the Magic to snap their losing skid, they’ll need strong performances from their top scorers.

Franz Wagner has been the team’s most reliable offensive option, averaging 24.8 points, 5.1 assists, and 5.4 rebounds per game. His ability to create plays and score in multiple ways will be crucial in cracking San Antonio’s defense.

Paolo Banchero, despite playing just 19 games this season, has also been a key contributor, averaging 22.3 points and 7.2 rebounds per game. His physicality inside could help counter Wembanyama’s rim protection.

One of the biggest surprises for Orlando this season has been the emergence of Goga Bitadze. The Georgian center is having a breakout campaign, leading the team with 8.1 rebounds per game while averaging 9.1 points. His ability to battle on the boards will be vital in limiting San Antonio’s second-chance opportunities.

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A Must-Win Stretch for Orlando

With so many home games ahead, Orlando knows it needs to capitalize on this stretch if it hopes to climb back into the playoff picture. The Spurs, still adjusting to their new-look lineup, are a team the Magic should be able to beat—but it will require a much sharper performance than what they’ve shown in recent weeks.

Can Orlando finally turn the tide and get back on track? Or will Fox and Wembanyama lead the Spurs to another road victory? Saturday’s matchup could be a pivotal moment for both teams as they try to redefine their seasons.