Published Mar 25, 10:01am ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Mar 25, 10:01am ET
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One of the games on Thursday's NBA slate features the Orlando Magic hosting the Sacramento Kings. Who has the edge in our Magic vs Kings pick?
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| Orlando Magic | -16.5 (-115) |
| Sacramento Kings | +16.5 (-105) |
The Magic have struggled as of late, losing each of their last six games. This includes a 136-131 setback against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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The Magic trailed by 11 points in the fourth quarter before mounting a comeback. But Donovan Mitchell hit a short jumper with 13.7 seconds left to help Cleveland extend its win streak to four games.
Paolo Banchero paced Orlando's offense with 36 points, along with six rebounds and five assists. Tristan da Silva contributed 18 points, six rebounds, and three assists.
Following a two-game win streak, the Kings have dropped three of their previous four games. This stretch includes a 134-90 loss to the Charlotte Hornets.
The Kings were within nine points after the first quarter. However, Charlotte seized control for good afterwards, courtesy of a 79-51 scoring advantage over the second and third quarters. The final result was a 44-point win for the Hornets.
Daeqwon Plowden led the way with 22 points on 9-of-17 shooting. Devin Carter and Maxime Raynaud added 18 and 16 points, respectively.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Magic hold a slight 3-2 edge in the previous five meetings in this series, while Sacramento has produced just three wins in its last 20 road outings.
Pick: Magic
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Orlando Magic
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