NBA Leap Day 2024 has eight games planned, one of which is Utah Jazz vs. Orlando Magic. The two teams square off in their second and last game of the season, with the Magic aiming to win the series. Let’s examine the preview, forecast, starting lineups, and betting advice for the game on February 29.
The Jazz were defeated by Orlando on November 2, 2023, at Salt Lake City, Utah, 115-113. The Magic’s three-game losing run against the Jazz was ended by the victory. With 30 points, nine rebounds, five assists, three steals, and two blocks, Paolo Banchero stole the show.
Starting lineups, betting strategies, and prediction for Utah Jazz vs. Orlando Magic on February 29, 2024
The Orlando Magic vs. Utah Jazz game takes place at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida on Wednesday. It airs on KJZZ in Utah and Bally Sports Florida, and it begins at 7:00 p.m. EST.
Moneyline: Magic (-215) vs. Jazz (+185)
Magic -6 (-105) vs. Jazz +6 (-115) as the spread
Magic u224 (-105) vs. Jazz o224 (-115) for the total (O/U).
Preview of Utah Jazz vs. Orlando Magic
With just three victories in their previous ten games, the Utah Jazz are coming into Orlando. The Jazz were defeated by the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday in the opening match of their three-game road trip. The first half determined the game, which ended in a landslide defeat.
In the meanwhile, even without Paolo Banchero, the Orlando Magic are coming off a decisive victory over the Brooklyn Nets. With their eighth victory in their previous ten games, the Magic maintain their lead over other East clubs.
Orlando Magic vs. Utah Jazz starting lineups
Walker Kessler, a player for the Utah Jazz, has one ailment mentioned on their report and is considered doubtful. The starting lineup that Will Hardy, the head coach, will probably utilize is Keyonte George, Collin Sexton, Taylor Hendricks, Lauri Markkanen, and John Collins.
However, Paolo Banchero and Jonathan Isaac of the Orlando Magic are two players who are marked as doubtful. Head coach Jamahl Mosley is anticipated to start Jalen Suggs, Gary Harris, Caleb Houstan, Franz Wagner, and Wendell Carter Jr. in the starting five if Banchero is not cleared.
Tips for betting on Utah Jazz vs. Orlando Magic
Paolo Banchero has an over/under of 21.5 points if he plays tonight. Banchero is expected to score 22.7 points and go over. In his previous five games, the All-Star has twice scored at least 22 points. Since he has missed the previous two games due to illness, take a chance and wager on him to continue having difficulty.
On Thursday night, Lauri Markkanen is expected to score fewer than 21.5 points. In his previous five games, Markkanen has gone under 21.5 points four times. Because of his troubles, you may bet on him to score fewer than 21.5 points, since he is favored to go under.
There is also a 21.5 point over/under for Franz Wagner. Despite not scoring more than 21.5 points in seven straight games, Wagner is favored to go over. Though it’s not a bad idea to pick the short odds for him to emerge from his rut, it could be wiser to wager on him to fail.
Prediction for Utah Jazz vs. Orlando Magic
On Thursday at home against the Utah Jazz, the Orlando Magic are the favorites. This season, the Magic have been more reliable than the Jazz, and they will play at the Kia Center. The Magic will prevail, the Jazz will cover the spread, and the total will be exceeded, according to the oddsmakers.
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