Orlando Magic vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/31

The Orlando Magic will visit the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on December 31, 2025. The game will start at 3:00 PM and will be broadcast on FDSI. The Magic enter this game with a record of 18-15, led by head coach Jamahl Mosley.

On the other side, the Indiana Pacers have struggled with a 6-27 record this season. Rick Carlisle will be aiming to turn things around for the Pacers. Both teams belong to the Eastern Conference, with the Magic ranking 6th and the Pacers at 15th.

Magic vs Pacers Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Orlando Magic vs. Indiana Pacers
  • Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
  • Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Magic -4.5 (-106), Pacers +4.5 (-115), Magic MoneyLine -168, Pacers MoneyLine +143, Over/Under 225.5

Orlando Magic Team Preview

The Orlando Magic have shown mixed results in their recent games. They recently lost a close game to the Toronto Raptors, 107-106. In that game, Anthony Black led with 27 points, and Paolo Banchero had a triple-double with 23 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists.

In terms of season stats, the Magic score an average of 116.8 points per game, placing them 16th in the league. Their free throw shooting is their strong suit, leading the league with 22.7 made per game. However, their three-point shooting is lower, ranking 27th with a 34.0% success rate.

The Magic face several injuries that may impact their performance. Franz Wagner is out with an ankle injury, and Moritz Wagner is recovering from a torn ACL. Desmond Bane and Jalen Suggs are both questionable due to back and hip issues, respectively.

Indiana Pacers Team Preview

The Indiana Pacers have been struggling in their recent games. They lost their last three games against the Rockets, Heat, and Celtics. Despite scoring over 110 points in each game, they couldn’t secure a win.

Offensively, the Pacers rank low in several categories. They average 110.1 points per game, which is near the bottom in the league. Their field goal percentage is the lowest, standing at 43.5%.

Pascal Siakam leads the team with an average of 23.4 points per game. Bennedict Mathurin follows with 18.3 points per game. Andrew Nembhard contributes with 17.1 points and 6.7 assists per game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Magic are favored by 4.5 points with odds of -106. They score 116.8 points per game, while the Pacers allow 119.4 points. The Magic’s defense gives up 115.1 points per game, and the Pacers score 110.1. The projected score is Magic 117, Pacers 111. Picking the Magic to cover the spread is a solid choice based on these stats.

The over/under line is set at 225.5. The combined projected score for the game is 228 points. The Magic’s offensive efficiency and the Pacers’ defensive struggles suggest a higher-scoring game. Taking the over is the recommended pick for this matchup.