It's a true coin-flip game when the Orlando Magic visit the Philadelphia 76ers tonight in NBA Play-In Tournament action.
Our Magic vs. 76ers predictions and free NBA picks will tell you what the best bets for this matchup are, and how you can use prediction markets like Kalshi to get the most bang for your betting buck.
Who will win Magic vs 76ers?
Magic win probability: 47% (+113)
76ers win probability: 54% (-117)
Prediction markets currently favor the Philadelphia 76ers, giving them a 54% chance to win. The Orlando Magic are live underdogs with a 47% chance to win.
Our prediction: 76ers to win
Here's what our expert has to say about tonight's game: "Even with Joel Embiid out after an appendectomy, the Philadelphia 76ers will get past a shaken Orlando Magic squad Wednesday night. The Sixers know how to operate without their oft-injured big man and went 19-8 SU as home favorites this season."
Read more in Jason Logan's full Magic vs. 76ers predictions.
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More Magic vs 76ers prediction markets
You're certainly not limited to the main game outcome for Magic vs. 76ers at Kalshi; you also have options to trade on the spread, total, and more, among other NBA odds markets.
You can buy either side of a market — for example, "Yes" on the 76ers -2.5 spread means the 76ers will cover, while "No" means the Magic will cover — with each side priced based on the implied probability (which can be converted to American, Decimal, or Fraction odds using the Covers odds converter).
Magic vs 76ers spread and total at prediction markets
| Outcome | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|
| 76ers -2.5 | 47¢ (+113) | 54¢ (-117) |
| Over 223.5 points | 52¢ (-108) | 49¢ (+104) |
Our predictions: 76ers -2.5 — No and Over 223.5 points — No
The Magic are the team with momentum on its side, having won five of its last six overall. The Sixers' recent 2-3 run is notable in that they beat up on the dregs of the league (Milwaukee, Indiana) but couldn't run with the big boys (Houston San Antonio, Detroit).
Both squads can't throw a pea in the ocean at times, with Orlando ranking 25th in eFG% and Philly one spot behind, so give me the Under.
Other Magic vs 76ers prediction markets available
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- Paolo Banchero 5+ assists (Yes: 61¢)
- VJ Edgecombe 6+ rebounds (Yes: 53¢)
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