The Orlando Magic are priced as an 8.5-point favorite tonight against the lowly Milwaukee Bucks, with tip-off from Kia Center scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.
Orlando is in a rhythm, and my Bucks vs. Magic predictions are backing them to hand Milwaukee another lopsided defeat.
Find out more in my NBA picks for Friday, Nov. 13.
TOP PICK
Bucks vs Magic prediction: Magic -8.5
Play to 59%.
The Orlando Magic have won back-to-back games, most recently taking down the Jazz by 15 points. The Milwaukee Bucks are in the midst of an eight-game losing streak, losing by an average of 19.1 points.
Milwaukee is a disaster defensively, allowing 121.3 ppg, third-worst in the Association. While Orlando remains without Paolo Banchero, Jalen Suggs has been upgraded to questionable tonight, and his potential return is huge for this team.
Also, Franz Wagner is balling out at the moment with 71 points in his last two outings, and this matchup is one he can dominate. The Bucks are 0-5 on the road this season and have failed to cover in four of those games.
COVERS INTEL: Milwaukee ranks 29th in defensive rebounding percentage allowed, surrendering an offensive rebound on 32.8% of opponents' missed shots. Orlando should have plenty of opportunities to generate second-chance points against a Bucks defense that has struggled to finish possessions.
Bucks vs Magic combo
Milwaukee's defensive struggles should give Orlando opportunities to put up a big number tonight. Seven of their 12 contests have finished Over 222.5.
With Wagner in excellent scoring form and Milwaukee vulnerable defensively, I'm backing the Over.
I also like Desmond Bane to hit 4+ triples. The guard has cashed the Over in back-to-back appearances, going 7-for-11 against Utah and 4-for-13 versus the Kings.
With a 39% clip from deep and a high volume of shots, he's worth a look against a poor Bucks defense.
Bucks vs Magic combo
- Magic -8.5
- Over 222.5
- Desmond Bane Over 3.5 threes
Bucks vs Magic player props
Bucks player prop: Tyler Herro Over 24.5 points
Play to 48%.
Tyler Herro has been one of the lone bright spots for the Bucks. He's coming off a 27-point performance against the Lakers, and he's cleared 24.5 points in two of his previous four games.
Herro is averaging 21.9 ppg this season, but he's finished with fewer than 20 points just three times this season. He also played 35 minutes against Los Angeles, attempting 16 shots and getting to the charity stripe 10 times.
The Magic are allowing around 24 PPG to point guards, creating a favorable matchup for Herro. With Milwaukee desperate for a win, I expect him to remain aggressive offensively and clear this line.
Magic player prop: Franz Wagner Over 24.5 points
Play to 62%.
You know I had to highlight Wagner, who I expect to play a big part in tonight's contest. He's scored 38, 33, and 30 points across his last three outings, and with Orlando's rotation depleted, the German is playing heavy minutes.
He's played 37 minutes or more in seven straight contests. That's going to lead to more shots, and Wagner already has a 30% usage rate, the highest on the team.
Wagner has taken at least 22 field goals in each of his last three games, and against a horrible Bucks team, he will be chucking up shots at a high volume again.
- Top picks: 11-13, -4.47 units
- Combos: 1-22, -12.50 units
- Props: 15-16, -4.83 units
Bucks vs Magic odds
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- Spread: Bucks +8.5 | Magic -8.5
- Over/Under: Over 222.5 | Under 222.5
- Moneyline: Bucks 24% | Magic 77%
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Bucks vs Magic trend
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How to watch Bucks vs Magic
| Location | Kia Center, Orlando, Fla. |
| Date | Friday, Nov. 13, 2026 |
| Tip off | 7 p.m. ET |
| TV | Bucks+, DAZN-ORL |
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