Give the Orlando Magic credit. Despite a bumpy year, they’re up to fifth in the Eastern Conference after six straight victories – and I’m jumping on this Over for Desmond Bane, who’s racked up 21 assists across his past three games.
Bane’s strong play is a big reason for Orlando’s rise, and he’ll be a key figure tonight against a Miami Heat team that’s matching the Magic’s scorching form. He’s averaging 5.6 APG so far in March, and he’s had five dimes in his last two outings against the Heat.
There’s a clear path to a big playmaking impact here for Bane, with Franz Wagner still out and Anthony Black joining him on the sidelines, and Orlando has won all four meetings with its Florida rivals this year.
Both teams enter on win streaks, but the schedules tell a different story. Orlando’s run came mostly against struggling teams, including three games vs. Washington, two each vs. Brooklyn and Milwaukee, and one vs. Dallas.
Miami is 8-2-0 ATS in their last 10, and I like them to cover tonight.
Total PicksORL 170, MIA 141
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