Magic vs. Raptors: Preview, Predictions and Betting Picks

On Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, the Orlando Magic (1-4) are playing the Toronto Raptors (2-3) at Scotiabank Arena. Thus far, Orlando is 1-4 against the spread in the 2021-22 NBA regular season, whereas Toronto is 2-3 against the spread. BetOnline odds are featured below.

Game Information

Start time: 7 p.m. ET

Location: Scotiabank Arena; Toronto, Canada

TV channels: Bally Sports Florida, NBA League Pass

Radio broadcast: CHUM, WYGM-FM/AM

Live stream: fuboTV (seven-day free trial)

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Orlando Magic vs. Toronto Raptors news

Leading into Friday night’s intraconference matchup, the Raptors are 2-1 in their previous three head-to-head  meetings versus the Magic. On Apr. 16, 2021, the last time these teams faced off in the regular season, Toronto won 113-102 at home. Till now, the Raptors are a dominating 10-0 in their last 10 meetings against the Magic.

Moreover, the top news story for this Eastern Conference thriller pertains to rookies Scottie Barnes and Jalen Suggs. They are squaring off for the first time as pros in the NBA. Based on five regular season games, Barnes is averaging 17 points, 8.2 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game. Suggs is averaging 11.6 points, 3.6 rebounds and 3.6 assists in the same amount of games.

From @JLew1050: Setting the stage for Friday’s showdown between Scottie Barnes and Jalen Suggs as they square off for first time as pros – https://t.co/dFFZhK7SDt#NBA pic.twitter.com/CVLGXBsxXj

— SportsCentre (@SportsCentre) October 28, 2021

Injury Report

For the Magic, E’Twaun Moore, Michael Carter-Williams and Chuma Okeke are out for Friday night’s game. To add to the list, power forward Jonathan Isaac and point guard Markelle Fultz are out indefinitely. Moore, Isaac and Fultz are all still recovering from knee injuries.

Next, for the Raptors, power forward Pascal Siakim remains out indefinitely. The only other player on the injury report for Toronto is small forward Yuta Watanabe. He was downgraded to out. Watanabe needs more time to recover from a calf injury.

When asked for an update on when Chuma Okeke is projected to return from a bone bruise in his hip, Jamahl Mosley declined to offer specifics, saying, "There is no real timetable for him. We're going to see how he responds to contact and to his rehab."

— Josh Robbins (@JoshuaBRobbins) October 25, 2021

Orlando Magic vs. Toronto Raptors betting lines

Over/Under: 210

Point spread: Raptors -8 (-110)

Best moneyline: Magic +280, Raptors -350

Orlando Magic vs. Toronto Raptors preview

Furthermore, on Wednesday, in the magic’s 120-111 home loss against the Hornets, guard Cole Anthony scored a team-high 24 points in 35 minutes played. Forward Wendell Carter Jr. also accumulated 20 points, 10 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 33 minutes of action. The score was relatively close throughout the course of the match, but Charlotte outscored Orlando 29 to 18 in the fourth quarter.

In the Magic’s nine-point loss, they shot 43-for-88 (48.9%) from the field and 15-for-40 (37.5%) from three-point range. Plus, the Magic were out-rebounded  40 to 33. During crunch time, they failed to generate enough points in the fourth quarter.

Meanwhile, in the Raptors’ 118-100 win over the Pacers on Wednesday, guard Fred VanVleet led the team in points and rebounds, putting up 26 points, 10 rebounds and 6.0 assists in 37 minutes spent on the court. Forward OG Anunoby ended his performance with 25 points, 3.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 34 minutes played. Despite allowing 29 fourth-quarter points, this was a decent win for the Raptors.

After viewing the box-score game statistics, Toronto shot  46-for-100 (46%) from the floor and 14-for-30 (46.7%) from behind the arc. Aside from outscoring Indiana 58 to 40 in the paint, two of the biggest difference-makers were turnovers and steals. The Raptors had 10 turnovers, while the Pacers turned the ball over 22 times.

Finally, the Magic’s projected starting lineup for tonight’s game is PG Cole Anthony, SG Jalen Suggs, SF Wendell Carter Jr., PF Franz Wagner and C Mo Bamba. The Raptors’ projected starting lineup is PG Gary Trent Jr., SG Fred VanVleet, SF OG Anunoby, PF Scottie Barnes and C Precious Achiuwa.

Orlando Magic vs. Toronto Raptors prediction

Additionally, the total for this Eastern Conference match is set at 210. Upon further review of the spread consensus, about 56% of bettors are expecting the Raptors to cover the spread. According to the total consensus, 51% of gamblers are predicting the total will go under 210. Toronto is 1-1 as a selected favorite this season, while Orlando is 1-4 as an underdog.

For key betting trends, the Magic are 1-7 ATS in their last eight games. The total has gone over in six of the team’s past seven contests. Not to mention, they are 1-11 straight up in their previous 12 games played. The total has also gone over in  Orlando’s last six games played against Atlantic Division opponents., and the Magic are 0-6 ATS in their past six road games versus Toronto.

As for the Raptors, they are 3-7 ATS in their previous 10 games. And, Toronto is 2-10 SU in the team’s last 12 contests. Also, they are 1-8 SU in their past nine games played at Scotiabank Arena. The total has gone over in 12 of the team’s last 12 games played versus Southeast Division opponents. In conclusion, the Raptors are favored for a logical reason. They may cover the spread as well.

Orlando Magic vs. Toronto Raptors betting lines

Pick the Raptors to win, they will cover the spread and the total will go under 210. The Raptors are an eight-point favorite with BetOnline.

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