Toronto-raptors vs Orlando Magic Picks and Predictions January 21st 2025

Toronto-Raptors vs Orlando Magic January 21st 2025

At 7:30 ET, the Orlando Magic (-132) will take on the Toronto Raptors (+111) in a conference matchup. The Magic are favored by 2 points, and the over/under line is set at 215.

Orlando (23-21) is currently on a 3-game losing streak and is 7th in the Eastern Conference. The Raptors (10-32) are 14th in the East and 5th in the Atlantic Division.

Magic vs. Raptors Key Information

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Orlando Magic at Toronto Raptors
• Where: Toronto at Scotiabank Arena
• Date: Tuesday, January 21st
• Betting Odds ORL -2, ORL -132 | TOR +111 O/U 215

The Magic Can Win If…

The Magic dropped to 23-21 on the season after a 113-100 home loss to the Nuggets on Sunday. Orlando entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 213, falling short of the 221.5 O/U line.

Orlando led 29-28 after the 1st quarter, but Denver took control with a 26-23 2nd quarter and a dominant 39-25 3rd quarter. The Nuggets went on a 14-0 run, stretching the score from 85-77 to 99-77, before the Magic outscored Denver 23-20 in the 4th quarter.

In their 113-100 loss to the Nuggets, the Magic shot just 37.3% from the field, with a three-point percentage of 29.3%. Wendell Carter Jr. led the team with 16 points, adding 13 rebounds and 5 assists, while Anthony Black contributed 14 points and 5 assists.

Tristan Da Silva also chipped in 12 points, hitting 2 threes at 33.3%. The Magic made 12 threes as a team, despite their overall shooting struggles. Carter scored 9 of his points in the 1st quarter, while Black added 8 in the 4th.

Defensively, the Magic struggled in the 3rd quarter, giving up 39 points, which contributed to their 113-100 loss to the Nuggets. However, they tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 20 points. Overall, Orlando allowed Denver to shoot 51% from the field.

The Magic did a solid job defending the three, holding the Nuggets to 28% shooting and just 7 made threes. They also came up with 15 steals and 6 blocks. On the boards, Orlando allowed 13 offensive rebounds.

• When looking at their past three road matchups, Orlando has an ATS record of 1-2 while averaging 96 per game. The team went 1-2 overall in these games.
• As the betting favorite, the Magic have an ATS record of 2-1 in their last three games. In these matchups, their straight up record was 2-1.
• Over their last five games, the Magic have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.

The Raptors Can Win If…

The Raptors fell to 10-32 on the season after a 130-112 loss to the Bucks on Friday. Toronto entered the game as +11 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 242, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 233.5 by 8.5 points.

Milwaukee jumped out to a 37-22 lead after the 1st quarter. Toronto kept pace in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, but a 10-0 run by the Bucks put the game out of reach, as they extended their lead from 107-88 to 117-88.

In their 130-112 loss to the Bucks, the Raptors struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 8 threes at a 23.5% rate. Overall, they shot 47.3% from the field.

RJ Barrett led Toronto with 21 points and 10 assists, scoring 10 points in the 2nd quarter. Bruce Brown added 17 points, with 9 coming in the 2nd, and Kelly Olynyk contributed 10 of his 15 points in the 3rd quarter.

The Raptors struggled defensively against the Bucks, giving up 130 points in a tough loss. Toronto allowed 37 points in the 1st quarter and 35 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters before tightening up in the 4th, where they allowed 23 points.

Milwaukee shot 51% from the field, including 41% from three-point range, where they made 13 threes. The Bucks also went to the free-throw line 41 times, making 33. The Raptors recorded 30 defensive rebounds, allowed 11 offensive boards, and finished with 6 steals and 4 blocks.

• When looking at their past three home matchups, Toronto has an ATS record of 1-2 while averaging 117 per game. The team went 0-3 overall in these games.
• Spanning across their last five games as the betting underdog, the Raptors have gone 3-2 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 2-3.
• In their last three games, the Raptors have an over/under record of 1-2 and are 2-1 vs. the spread.

The Lean

Coming in as the underdogs at +2, we have the Raptors as the way to go on the point spread. Not only do we have them covering, but our projections show they have a good one of winning this one straight-up, if you’re looking for a higher payout on the moneyline.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 215 and our model has the Magic and Raptors finishing with a combined 214 points. Our pick is to take the under.

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Magic and Raptors Battle Injuries Amid Recent Slumps

The Orlando Magic head to Toronto on Tuesday night, hoping to snap their three-game losing streak. Injuries have plagued both teams, making this matchup a test of depth and resilience.

Orlando Magic: Fighting Through Adversity

The Magic (19-21) are dealing with a slew of injuries that have disrupted their rhythm. Jalen Suggs, who exited the Jan. 3 win over Toronto with a back strain, remains out. Goga Bitadze (concussion protocol) is also unavailable, while Jett Howard (ankle sprain) and Gary Harris (hamstring strain) are listed as questionable. Franz Wagner continues to recondition after a torn oblique and could return within a week.

Despite the setbacks, Wendell Carter Jr. has stepped up. He led the team with 16 points and 13 rebounds in Sunday’s 113-100 loss to Denver. Paolo Banchero, averaging 25.2 points per game, has struggled to find consistency after returning from a torn oblique, scoring just 10 points on 4-of-16 shooting against the Nuggets.

Toronto Raptors: Searching for Stability

The Raptors (17-22) are fresh off a 130-112 loss to Milwaukee but had won two straight prior to that, ending a five-game skid. Injuries remain an issue, with Immanuel Quickley (hip) missing his fourth straight game and Ochai Agbaji (hand) out for a second consecutive contest.

Trade rumors swirl around Bruce Brown, who has been recovering from knee surgery but is finding his form. Brown scored 17 points off the bench against Milwaukee. “If it happens, it happens,” Brown said of the trade speculation. “I’m happy to be here, but it’s a business.”

Kelly Olynyk, another potential trade piece, contributed 15 points as a reserve on Friday, while RJ Barrett leads the team in scoring with 22.4 points per game. Scottie Barnes and Jakob Poeltl have also been steady contributors.

What to Watch

Orlando has won four straight against Toronto, but injuries to key players could hinder their chances. The Raptors, led by Barrett and Barnes, will look to capitalize on their home-court advantage and push the pace against a shorthanded Magic squad. The battle between Banchero and Toronto’s frontcourt could be pivotal.

Prediction

With both teams struggling to find their footing, this game could go either way. Toronto’s depth and recent improvements give them a slight edge, but if Orlando’s role players step up, the Magic could extend their winning streak against the Raptors.