Brooklyn Nets are looking to finally have a winning momentum in the contest, when they meet with the Orlando Magic, who are also aiming to build from their recent win. Coming into this match, these two teams are from mixed results in their campaign. The Nets are coming into this match from a 102-94 win against the Wizards, giving them a confidence here. On the other hand, the Magic is from a surprising 112-97 win against the Milwaukee Bucks. This win gives them so much confidence, considering the number of talents their opponent have. Moreover, when it comes to the standings, the Nets are better than the Magic. They are at the seventh of the standings with five wins from their nine matches, while the Nets are at the ninth with five wins. This meeting is on November 15, 2023, at 8:30 AM (GMT+8).
Brooklyn Nets
The Nets narrowly won over the Wizards, despite two starters returning and two others sidelined. Brooklyn’s Mikal Bridges scored 27 points on 11-for-29 shooting, while Nic Claxton secured 13 rebounds. Both teams shot 37% from the field, with under 25% from three. The Nets controlled the glass, outrebounding Washington 66-42 with 20 offensive boards but committing 19 turnovers. Cam Thomas leads the Nets with 26.9 points and 47.9% shooting, while Bridges and Walker IV contribute to the team. Brooklyn has eight players scoring at least eight points per game. The Nets average 113.2 points per game and shoot 45.9%, including 37.0 percent from three-point distance. They hit 77.2 percent of their foul shots and average 47.8 rebounds. The Nets are 18th in schedule-adjusted offensive rating, 14th in adjusted defensive rating, and 19th in pace.
Loonie Walker IV is a doubt coming into this match due to a left knee contusion. However, Ben Simmons, and Cam Thomas remains to be unavailable for the Nets due to their own injuries.
Orlando Magic
The Orlando Magic won their last game against the Milwaukee Bucks, holding them under 100 points. The team controlled the glass with a 43-36 rebounding advantage and shot 30-for-35 at the foul line. The Magic, with talented players like Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, and Wendell Carter Jr., have the potential to compete in the Eastern Conference. However, they have struggled offensively this season, averaging only 110.1 points per game and shooting 45.4% from the field and 33.1% from three. Their defensive rating is third in the NBA, allowing only 106.1 points per game, ranking fifth. The team’s offensive rating is 109.9, ranking 22nd. The Magic’s success in the playoffs will be crucial for their success.
Unfortunately, the Magic is no better, as they have notable injuries coming into this match. They will be without Gary Harris, Markelle Fultz, Wendell Carter Jr., and Kevon Harris here due to their own injuries.
Prediction:
Brooklyn Nets
Total Under: 110.5
Odds: 0.81
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