The 2-0 Orlando Magic remain far from home when they square off with the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night.
The contest is the second of four straight on the road for the Magic and the first of an all-L.A. back-to-back. Orlando started the road trip Friday with a 102-97 win at Portland. The Lakers have started off 1-2 but have faced three tough opponents in Denver, Phoenix, and Sacramento in whom they lost in overtime to last evening. Not only is Orlando the Lakers first Eastern opponent this season but their easiest thus far.
Tip-off at Crypto.com Arena starts at 10:30 p.m. EDT with L.A. a -3.5-point favourite and -165 on the moneyline. NBA oddsmakers have listed the over-under at 221.5.
Magic vs. Lakers NBA Betting Odds
Monday’s the first time this season Orlando has not been their favourite after starting off with lowly Houston and Portland as opponents. But the Magic are both 2-0 outright and ATS with both of their contests finishing under the total. Yesterday the Lakers covered for their first time in six games.
Home court’s been a definite advantage for the Lakers as they are 10-2 outright in their last 12 games at Crypto.com Arena. Nine of L.A.’s last 10 times hosting Orlando the game has finished under. Six of Orlando’s last seven road games overall have finished under too but last season the Magic finished fifth-last in points for with 111.4 per game. L.A. had a top-six scoring offence a season ago but haven’t started off too strong in 2023–24, ranking 20th in field goal percentage through three contests.
Orlando Magic
Although they’ve yet to face a real test, Orlando’s team defence has been outstanding during their 2-0 start. Right now Orlando’s opponents are averaging 33.5 field goals and 91.5 points per game, both ranking as the best in the NBA for team defence. On Friday the Magic held Portland to 17 fourth quarter points which played pivotal in the five-point win. Offensively, 2021 first round pick Franz Wagner led the way with a team-high 23 points but the Magic got 35 points combined out of bench players Moritz Wagner and Cole Anthony too.
25-year-old Markelle Fultz is Orlando’s oldest stater, so the young Magic will use Monday against the Lakers as a true measuring stick game to see where they line up now and for years to come. But so far these high, young draft picks are starting to gel.
Los Angeles Lakers
Yesterday marked 20 years since LeBron James debuted in the NBA, but Sacramento spoiled the celebration with an overtime dub over James’ Lakers. And James did just about all he could in a losing effort, finishing with 27 points and 15 rebounds will being two assists shy of a triple-double. Anthony Davis led all Lakers scorers with 30 points and 16 rebounds.
Something to watch early on in this Lakers season is their bench scoring. Now it could just be a case of a slow start, but the Lakers have overall have seen poor performances from their bench players in all three outings. Rui Hachimura and Christian Wood each registering 11 points in yesterday’s loss marked the first time this season a Lakers bench player hit double-digits in points.
NBA Prediction: Who Will Win Magic vs. Lakers?
Line History
Sports Interaction customers are placing their bets on:
| time | fav | line | total |
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| Opening 30 Oct 12:10am | LAL | -3.5 -115 | O +221.5 -105 |
| Closing 31 Oct 3:54am | LAL | -1.5 -105 | O +213.5 -105 |
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
Magic Team Leaders
| Points |
22.55 |
| Assists |
5.39 |
| Rebounds |
6.93 |
| FG% |
66.7 |
| Steals |
1.41 |
| Blocks |
1.21 |
| Points |
25.66 |
| Assists |
8.3 |
| Rebounds |
12.64 |
| FG% |
72 |
| Steals |
1.25 |
| Blocks |
2.34 |
| Points |
27 |
| Assists |
4.43 |
| Rebounds |
8.57 |
| FG% |
66.7 |
| Steals |
1.29 |
| Blocks |
1.29 |
| Points |
27.8 |
| Assists |
8.8 |
| Rebounds |
15.6 |
| FG% |
63.4 |
| Steals |
2.4 |
| Blocks |
1.6 |
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
Lakers Team Leaders
| Points |
22.55 |
| Assists |
5.39 |
| Rebounds |
6.93 |
| FG% |
66.7 |
| Steals |
1.41 |
| Blocks |
1.21 |
| Points |
25.66 |
| Assists |
8.3 |
| Rebounds |
12.64 |
| FG% |
72 |
| Steals |
1.25 |
| Blocks |
2.34 |
| Points |
27 |
| Assists |
4.43 |
| Rebounds |
8.57 |
| FG% |
66.7 |
| Steals |
1.29 |
| Blocks |
1.29 |
| Points |
27.8 |
| Assists |
8.8 |
| Rebounds |
15.6 |
| FG% |
63.4 |
| Steals |
2.4 |
| Blocks |
1.6 |
Injuries
Gary Harris (SG)
Jalen Suggs (SG)
Wendell Carter Jr. (C)
Markelle Fultz (PG)
Gary Harris (SG)
Jonathan Isaac (PF)
Franz Wagner (SF)
Jonathan Isaac (PF)
Caleb Houstan (SG)
Gary Harris (SG)
Cam Reddish (SF)
Cam Reddish (SF)
Gabe Vincent (SG)
Jaxson Hayes (C)
D'Angelo Russell (PG)
Taurean Prince (SF)
Jalen Hood-Schifino (PG)
Cam Reddish (SF)
Cam Reddish (SF)
Cam Reddish (SF)
Injuries
| player (position) | status | ats*current | o/u* | notes | |
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| Gary Harris (SG) | Prob Sun | Hamstring - 30 / 04 / 24 | 3-0 | 1-2 | + - |
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Harris is dealing with a right hamstring strain, but he is likely to suit up against Cavaliers in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference first round. |
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| Jalen Suggs (SG) | Prob Thurs | Knee - 23 / 04 / 24 | 4-1 | 2-3 | + - |
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Suggs is hindered by a left knee sprain, but it is anticipated that he will play against the Cavaliers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first round. |
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| Wendell Carter Jr. (C) | Prob Sun | Back - 13 / 04 / 24 | 5-3 | 3-5 | + - |
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Carter is laid up with back spasms, but it is likely that he will suit up Sunday against the Bucks. |
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| Markelle Fultz (PG) | Ques Wed | Knee - 10 / 04 / 24 | 5-5 | 5-5 | + - |
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Fultz is nursing a knee injury, and it is uncertain if he will suit up versus the Nets on Wednesday. |
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| Gary Harris (SG) | Out Wed | Rest - 10 / 04 / 24 | 5-5 | 5-5 | + - |
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Harris will not dress for Wednesday's matchup with the Bucks as he will be given a day of rest. |
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| Jonathan Isaac (PF) | Prob Tues | Back - 07 / 04 / 24 | 6-6 | 6-6 | + - |
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Isaac was removed from the last contest due to back spasms, but it is expected that he will face the Rockets on Tuesday. |
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| Franz Wagner (SF) | Ques Fri | Ankle - 07 / 04 / 24 | 6-6 | 6-6 | + - |
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Wagner has missed the last two games with a right ankle sprain, and it is undetermined if he will play against the 76ers on Friday. |
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| Jonathan Isaac (PF) | Prob Sun | Back - 05 / 04 / 24 | 7-6 | 7-6 | + - |
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Isaac was absent from the last game due to back spasms, but it is not expected to affect his availability versus the Bulls on Sunday. |
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| Caleb Houstan (SG) | Prob Tues | Ankle - 01 / 04 / 24 | 8-7 | 7-8 | + - |
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Houstan has sat out the previous four contests with a right ankle sprain, but it is likely that he will partake in Tuesday's showdown against the Rockets. |
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| Gary Harris (SG) | Out Sat | Rest - 30 / 03 / 24 | 8-8 | 7-9 | + - |
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Harris is absent from the starting lineup against the Grizzlies on Saturday as he will be given a day of rest. |
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| player (position) | status | ats*current | o/u* | notes | |
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| Cam Reddish (SF) | Out Mon | Ankle - 16 / 04 / 24 | 3-2 | 2-3 | + - |
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Reddish is hampered by a right ankle sprain, and he will not suit up against the Nuggets in Game 5 of the Western Conference first round. |
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| Cam Reddish (SF) | Prob Wed | Personal - 01 / 04 / 24 | 6-6 | 7-5 | + - |
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Reddish was absent from the last match while tending to a personal matter, but it is anticipated that he will dress for Wednesday's showdown versus the Wizards. |
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| Gabe Vincent (SG) | Prob Wed | Knee - 01 / 04 / 24 | 6-6 | 7-5 | + - |
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Vincent missed the previous contest with a left knee injury, but it is not expected to impact his status against the Wizards on Wednesday. |
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| Jaxson Hayes (C) | Prob Tues | Calf - 31 / 03 / 24 | 6-7 | 7-6 | + - |
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Hayes missed the last game with a left calf contusion, but it is anticipated that he will be active for Tuesday's clash with the Raptors. |
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| D'Angelo Russell (PG) | Prob Tues | Illness - 24 / 03 / 24 | 9-8 | 10-7 | + - |
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Russell missed the last game ailing from an illness, but it is anticipated that he will take the court against the Bucks on Tuesday. |
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| Taurean Prince (SF) | Prob Sun | Personal - 22 / 03 / 24 | 10-8 | 11-7 | + - |
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Prince missed the last contest due to a personal matter, but it is expected that he will suit up against the Pacers on Sunday. |
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| Jalen Hood-Schifino (PG) | Out indefinitely | Back - 21 / 03 / 24 | 10-8 | 11-7 | + - |
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Hood-Schifino is idle after undergoing a lumbar microdiscectomy procedure, and the severity of the ailment is unknown. |
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| Cam Reddish (SF) | Prob Fri | Ankle - 10 / 03 / 24 | 12-10 | 14-8 | + - |
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Reddish has been absent the previous four games due to a right ankle sprain, but it is anticipated that he will take the floor against the 76ers on Friday. |
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| Cam Reddish (SF) | Prob Fri | Ankle - 07 / 03 / 24 | 13-11 | 15-9 | + - |
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Reddish is expected to lace up for Friday's matchup with the Bucks despite a right ankle sprain. |
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| Cam Reddish (SF) | Ques Fri | Ankle - 05 / 03 / 24 | 13-12 | 16-9 | + - |
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Reddish missed the last game nursing a right ankle sprain, and it is yet to be determined if he will take the court Friday against the Bucks. |
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Line History
Sports Interaction customers are placing their bets on:
time fav line total Opening 30 Oct 12:10am LAL -3.5 -115 O +221.5 -105 Closing 31 Oct 3:54am LAL -1.5 -105 O +213.5 -105 -
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
Magic Team Leaders
Points 22.55
Assists 5.39
Rebounds 6.93
FG% 66.7
Steals 1.41
Blocks 1.21
Points 25.66
Assists 8.3
Rebounds 12.64
FG% 72
Steals 1.25
Blocks 2.34
Points 27
Assists 4.43
Rebounds 8.57
FG% 66.7
Steals 1.29
Blocks 1.29
Points 27.8
Assists 8.8
Rebounds 15.6
FG% 63.4
Steals 2.4
Blocks 1.6
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- Regular Season
- Playoffs
Lakers Team Leaders
Points 22.55
Assists 5.39
Rebounds 6.93
FG% 66.7
Steals 1.41
Blocks 1.21
Points 25.66
Assists 8.3
Rebounds 12.64
FG% 72
Steals 1.25
Blocks 2.34
Points 27
Assists 4.43
Rebounds 8.57
FG% 66.7
Steals 1.29
Blocks 1.29
Points 27.8
Assists 8.8
Rebounds 15.6
FG% 63.4
Steals 2.4
Blocks 1.6
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Injuries
Gary Harris (SG)
Prob Sun Hamstring - 30 / 04 / 24Jalen Suggs (SG)
Prob Thurs Knee - 23 / 04 / 24Wendell Carter Jr. (C)
Prob Sun Back - 13 / 04 / 24Markelle Fultz (PG)
Ques Wed Knee - 10 / 04 / 24Gary Harris (SG)
Out Wed Rest - 10 / 04 / 24Jonathan Isaac (PF)
Prob Tues Back - 07 / 04 / 24Franz Wagner (SF)
Ques Fri Ankle - 07 / 04 / 24Jonathan Isaac (PF)
Prob Sun Back - 05 / 04 / 24Caleb Houstan (SG)
Prob Tues Ankle - 01 / 04 / 24Gary Harris (SG)
Out Sat Rest - 30 / 03 / 24Cam Reddish (SF)
Out Mon Ankle - 16 / 04 / 24Cam Reddish (SF)
Prob Wed Personal - 01 / 04 / 24Gabe Vincent (SG)
Prob Wed Knee - 01 / 04 / 24Jaxson Hayes (C)
Prob Tues Calf - 31 / 03 / 24D'Angelo Russell (PG)
Prob Tues Illness - 24 / 03 / 24Taurean Prince (SF)
Prob Sun Personal - 22 / 03 / 24Jalen Hood-Schifino (PG)
Out indefinitely Back - 21 / 03 / 24Cam Reddish (SF)
Prob Fri Ankle - 10 / 03 / 24Cam Reddish (SF)
Prob Fri Ankle - 07 / 03 / 24Cam Reddish (SF)
Ques Fri Ankle - 05 / 03 / 24Injuries
player (position) status ats*current o/u* notes Gary Harris (SG) Prob Sun Hamstring - 30 / 04 / 24 3-0 1-2 + - Harris is dealing with a right hamstring strain, but he is likely to suit up against Cavaliers in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference first round.
Jalen Suggs (SG) Prob Thurs Knee - 23 / 04 / 24 4-1 2-3 + - Suggs is hindered by a left knee sprain, but it is anticipated that he will play against the Cavaliers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first round.
Wendell Carter Jr. (C) Prob Sun Back - 13 / 04 / 24 5-3 3-5 + - Carter is laid up with back spasms, but it is likely that he will suit up Sunday against the Bucks.
Markelle Fultz (PG) Ques Wed Knee - 10 / 04 / 24 5-5 5-5 + - Fultz is nursing a knee injury, and it is uncertain if he will suit up versus the Nets on Wednesday.
Gary Harris (SG) Out Wed Rest - 10 / 04 / 24 5-5 5-5 + - Harris will not dress for Wednesday's matchup with the Bucks as he will be given a day of rest.
Jonathan Isaac (PF) Prob Tues Back - 07 / 04 / 24 6-6 6-6 + - Isaac was removed from the last contest due to back spasms, but it is expected that he will face the Rockets on Tuesday.
Franz Wagner (SF) Ques Fri Ankle - 07 / 04 / 24 6-6 6-6 + - Wagner has missed the last two games with a right ankle sprain, and it is undetermined if he will play against the 76ers on Friday.
Jonathan Isaac (PF) Prob Sun Back - 05 / 04 / 24 7-6 7-6 + - Isaac was absent from the last game due to back spasms, but it is not expected to affect his availability versus the Bulls on Sunday.
Caleb Houstan (SG) Prob Tues Ankle - 01 / 04 / 24 8-7 7-8 + - Houstan has sat out the previous four contests with a right ankle sprain, but it is likely that he will partake in Tuesday's showdown against the Rockets.
Gary Harris (SG) Out Sat Rest - 30 / 03 / 24 8-8 7-9 + - Harris is absent from the starting lineup against the Grizzlies on Saturday as he will be given a day of rest.
player (position) status ats*current o/u* notes Cam Reddish (SF) Out Mon Ankle - 16 / 04 / 24 3-2 2-3 + - Reddish is hampered by a right ankle sprain, and he will not suit up against the Nuggets in Game 5 of the Western Conference first round.
Cam Reddish (SF) Prob Wed Personal - 01 / 04 / 24 6-6 7-5 + - Reddish was absent from the last match while tending to a personal matter, but it is anticipated that he will dress for Wednesday's showdown versus the Wizards.
Gabe Vincent (SG) Prob Wed Knee - 01 / 04 / 24 6-6 7-5 + - Vincent missed the previous contest with a left knee injury, but it is not expected to impact his status against the Wizards on Wednesday.
Jaxson Hayes (C) Prob Tues Calf - 31 / 03 / 24 6-7 7-6 + - Hayes missed the last game with a left calf contusion, but it is anticipated that he will be active for Tuesday's clash with the Raptors.
D'Angelo Russell (PG) Prob Tues Illness - 24 / 03 / 24 9-8 10-7 + - Russell missed the last game ailing from an illness, but it is anticipated that he will take the court against the Bucks on Tuesday.
Taurean Prince (SF) Prob Sun Personal - 22 / 03 / 24 10-8 11-7 + - Prince missed the last contest due to a personal matter, but it is expected that he will suit up against the Pacers on Sunday.
Jalen Hood-Schifino (PG) Out indefinitely Back - 21 / 03 / 24 10-8 11-7 + - Hood-Schifino is idle after undergoing a lumbar microdiscectomy procedure, and the severity of the ailment is unknown.
Cam Reddish (SF) Prob Fri Ankle - 10 / 03 / 24 12-10 14-8 + - Reddish has been absent the previous four games due to a right ankle sprain, but it is anticipated that he will take the floor against the 76ers on Friday.
Cam Reddish (SF) Prob Fri Ankle - 07 / 03 / 24 13-11 15-9 + - Reddish is expected to lace up for Friday's matchup with the Bucks despite a right ankle sprain.
Cam Reddish (SF) Ques Fri Ankle - 05 / 03 / 24 13-12 16-9 + - Reddish missed the last game nursing a right ankle sprain, and it is yet to be determined if he will take the court Friday against the Bucks.