The Detroit Pistons look to even the series after being silenced in Game 1 by the Orlando Magic.
We break down Kalshi’s win probability markets and deliver some Magic vs. Pistons predictions to help guide your NBA picks for Wednesday, April 22.
Who will win Magic vs Pistons Game 2?
Magic win probability: 23% (+335)
Pistons win probability: 78% (-355)
Despite Orlando’s Game 1 upset over Detroit, the Pistons remain heavy favorites heading into tonight, trading at 78¢.
Our prediction: Pistons to win
The Detroit Pistons weren’t in “playoff” mode in Game 1, while the Orlando Magic were still sweating from the Play-In Tournament.
Oddsmakers aren’t shying away from the top-seeded squad, with Detroit laying nearly double digits in Game 2. The Pistons even the series at 1-1 on Wednesday.
Read more in Jason Logan's full Magic vs. Pistons predictions.
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More Magic vs Pistons prediction markets
You're certainly not limited to the main game outcome for Magic vs. Pistons 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 Pistons -7.5 spread means the Pistons 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 Pistons spread and total at prediction markets
| Outcome | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|
| Pistons -7.5 | 56¢ (-127) | 45¢ (+122) |
| Over 219.5 points | 48¢ (+108) | 54¢ (-117) |
Our predictions: Pistons -7.5 — Yes
Most road teams aim for a split in those first two tilts of a series, and the Magic have already achieved that.
Mix in Orlando’s infuriating inconsistency, and I have a tough time trusting in a repeat performance.
Other Magic vs Pistons prediction markets available
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