The Los Angeles Clippers will play against the Orlando Magic at the Kia Center. The game is set for Monday, March 31, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Fans are eager to see how both teams perform.
The Clippers have a record of 42-32. In their last game, they lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers by 5 points. Before that, they won against the Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks. Key players like Kawhi Leonard and James Harden have been important in recent games.
The Magic hold a record of 36-39. They recently won against the Sacramento Kings by 30 points. However, they lost to the Dallas Mavericks before that. Paolo Banchero has been a standout player for the Magic, contributing significantly in recent games.
Magic Preview
The Orlando Magic had a strong performance in their recent game against the Sacramento Kings. They won by 30 points, scoring 121. Paolo Banchero led with 24 points, while Goga Bitadze contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds. In their previous game against the Dallas Mavericks, the Magic lost by 9 points. Paolo Banchero was the standout player with 35 points and 10 rebounds. Franz Wagner added 20 points and 9 rebounds. The Magic’s season stats show they score 105.1 points per game. They are first in points allowed per game, giving up 105.8. Their defense limits opponents to 81.1 field goal attempts per game. Franz Wagner averages 24.2 points per game, leading the team. Paolo Banchero follows with 25.9 points per game. Goga Bitadze has a field goal percentage of 61.8%, the highest on the team.
Clippers Preview
The Los Angeles Clippers have shown mixed results in their recent games. They lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers by 5 points, scoring 122. In this game, James Harden scored 24 points, and Norman Powell added 34 points. Ivica Zubac contributed with 14 points and 13 rebounds.
In their game against the Brooklyn Nets, the Clippers secured a win with a 32-point lead. Kawhi Leonard was a standout with 31 points. Ivica Zubac was perfect from the field, scoring 21 points. The team had a high field goal percentage of 55.0% in this game.
Against the New York Knicks, the Clippers won by 13 points. Kawhi Leonard and James Harden both had strong performances, scoring 27 and 29 points, respectively. Ivica Zubac also played well, adding 18 points and 10 rebounds.
For the season, the Clippers rank 20th in points per game with 112.4. They are strong defensively, allowing only 108.7 points per game, which ranks 4th in the league. James Harden leads the team in scoring with 22.5 points per game. Ivica Zubac is a key player on the boards, leading the league with 12.5 rebounds per game.
Statistical Breakdown for Magic vs Clippers
The game between the Orlando Magic and Los Angeles Clippers will highlight defense. The Magic allow the fewest points per game, while the Clippers rank fourth. Both teams limit opponents’ field goal attempts, with the Magic first and the Clippers third. The Magic’s offense struggles, ranking near the bottom in points per game. The Clippers have a better offense, ranking 20th in points per game.
- Orlando Magic Points Per Game: 105.1 (29th)
- Orlando Magic Points Per Game Allowed: 105.8 (1st)
- Los Angeles Clippers Points Per Game: 112.4 (20th)
- Los Angeles Clippers Points Per Game Allowed: 108.7 (4th)
- Orlando Magic Field Goal Attempts Per Game Allowed: 81.1 (1st)
- Los Angeles Clippers Field Goal Attempts Per Game Allowed: 86.2 (3rd)
Betting Insights
The Los Angeles Clippers and Orlando Magic are set to meet, and there are some betting insights to consider. The Clippers have a strong ATS record, especially at home. Meanwhile, the Magic have struggled with their ATS performance. Both teams have different trends in their Over/Under records. Let’s explore the top trends for this game.
- The Clippers have a 9-game ATS winning streak.
- Clippers have an 18-5-0 ATS record at home.
- The Magic have a 1-game ATS winning streak.
- Clippers are on a 3-game over streak.
- The Magic have a 2-game under streak.
Free Betting Prediction for Magic vs Clippers
The game between the Orlando Magic and Los Angeles Clippers will focus on defense. The Magic allow the fewest points per game, while the Clippers rank fourth. Both teams excel in limiting opponents’ field goal attempts. The Magic’s offense struggles, ranking near the bottom in points per game. The Clippers have a better offense, ranking 20th in points per game.
Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner are key players for the Magic. They will need to perform well against a strong Clippers defense. For the Clippers, James Harden and Kawhi Leonard are important. They have shown they can score in recent games. Ivica Zubac’s rebounding will also be crucial for the Clippers.
Considering the defensive strengths of both teams, a low-scoring game is likely. The Clippers’ recent form and home advantage give them an edge. The Magic’s struggles with scoring may continue against the Clippers’ defense. The Clippers are favored to win by a small margin.
- Our Free Prediction: Clippers -2.5
