Houston Rockets vs Orlando Magic Prediction, Odds, Lines, Team Props – NBA, Nov. 7

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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Nov 07, 2022, 3:30 PM
  • The Magic (1-6) are -4.5 favorites vs. the Rockets (1-6)
  • Total (Over/Under): 224.5 points
  • Monday, November 7, 2022 at 7:15pm EST
  • Watch the game on BSFL & SportsNet SW

The Houston Rockets visit Amway Center to take on the Orlando Magic on Monday. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:15pm EST in Orlando.

The Magic are betting favorites in this NBA matchup, with the spread sitting at -4.5 (-115).

The Rockets vs Magic Over/Under is 223.5 total points for the game.

So far this NBA season, the Rockets are 3-5 against the spread, while the Magic are 4-5 against the spread.


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Rockets vs. Magic Odds, Over/Under & Moneyline

SpreadOver / UnderMoneyline
Houston Rockets+4.5 -105O 223.5 -110155
Orlando Magic -4.5 -115U 223.5 -110-190

Magic vs Rockets Prediction for Tonight’s Game:

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Magic will win Monday‘s game with 61.5% confidence.

Magic vs Rockets Spread Prediction for Tonight’s Game:

Based on recent against-the-spread (ATS) trends, the model predicts the Magic will cover the spread for Monday‘s game with 51.0% confidence.

These predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Rockets and Magic, plus recent team & player performances and defensive & offensive matchups over the last several NBA games.


  • The Houston Rockets have hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 49 of their last 80 games (+13.77 Units / 15% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have hit the Game Total Over in 45 of their last 75 games (+13.10 Units / 16% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 16 of their last 22 away games (+10.40 Units / 43% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have covered the 3Q Spread in 44 of their last 75 games (+10.06 Units / 12% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 14 of their last 27 away games (+8.98 Units / 33% ROI)
  • The Orlando Magic have covered the 1Q Spread in 20 of their last 30 games (+10.05 Units / 30% ROI)
  • The Orlando Magic have hit the Moneyline in 6 of their last 11 games at home (+7.95 Units / 57% ROI)
  • The Orlando Magic have covered the 4Q Spread in 14 of their last 20 games at home (+7.35 Units / 33% ROI)
  • The Orlando Magic have hit the 1H Game Total Over in 26 of their last 43 games (+7.20 Units / 15% ROI)
  • The Orlando Magic have hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 18 of their last 28 games (+7.06 Units / 23% ROI)
  • Against the spread this NBA season, the Rockets have gone 3-5 (-2.5 Units / -22.73% ROI).

    • 1-9 against the Moneyline (-7.85 Units / -78.5% ROI)
    • 5-5 against the Over for game total points (-0.5 Units / -4.55% ROI)
    • 5-5 against the Under for game total points (-0.5 Units / -4.55% ROI)

    Against the spread this NBA season, the Magic have gone 4-5 (-1.5 Units / -13.64% ROI).

    • 2-8 against the Moneyline (-3.55 Units / -35.5% ROI)
    • 6-4 against the Over for game total points (+1.6 Units / 14.55% ROI)
    • 4-6 against the Under for game total points (-2.6 Units / -23.64% ROI)
  • The Orlando Magic have only hit the 2Q Moneyline in 27 of their last 82 games (-18.91 Units / -22% ROI)
  • The Orlando Magic have only hit the Team Total Under in 35 of their last 79 games (-15.95 Units / -17% ROI)
  • The Orlando Magic have only hit the 1H Moneyline in 23 of their last 76 games (-15.95 Units / -20% ROI)
  • The Orlando Magic have only hit the 2H Moneyline in 14 of their last 47 games (-15.52 Units / -31% ROI)
  • The Orlando Magic have only hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 34 of their last 77 games (-15.25 Units / -18% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have only hit the 2Q Moneyline in 23 of their last 81 games (-26.36 Units / -32% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have only covered the 2Q Spread in 30 of their last 81 games (-26.05 Units / -29% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have only hit the Moneyline in 7 of their last 46 games (-25.85 Units / -54% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have only covered the 1H Spread in 31 of their last 83 games (-25.65 Units / -28% ROI)
  • The Houston Rockets have only hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 32 of their last 82 games (-24.32 Units / -26% ROI)
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    Houston Rockets: Keys to the Game vs. the Orlando Magic

    The Rockets were 8-34 (.190) when attempting 25 or more free throws last season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .550

    The Rockets are 15-65 (.188) when scoring fewer second chance points than their opponent since the start of the 2020-21 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .452

    The Rockets are 12-52 (.185) when attempting 25 or more free throws since the start of the 2020-21 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .547

    The Rockets are 9-31 (.225) when allowing fewer than 10 second chance points since the start of the 2020-21 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .549

    Orlando Magic: Keys to the Game vs. the Houston Rockets

    The Magic are 15-48 (.238) when scoring fewer second chance points than their opponent since the start of the 2020-21 season — 3rd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .452

    The Magic are 8-35 (.186) when allowing fewer than 8 offense rebounds since the start of the 2020-21 season — 2nd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .496

    The Magic are winless (0-27) when allowing an eFG of 60% or better since the start of the 2020-21 season — tied for lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .145

    The Magic are 14-33 (.298) when allowing 15 or more second chance points since the start of the 2020-21 season — 3rd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .452

    Injury Report: Magic vs. RocketsMonday‘s Game, Nov. 7

  • Jonathan Isaac (Magic): Isaac has yet to play in the preseason as he recovers from knee and leg injuries.
  • Cole Anthony (Magic): The Magic announced that Anthony will return depending how he responds to rehab and treatment.
  • Gary Harris (Magic): Harris suffered a torn meniscus in his left knee, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.
  • Markelle Fultz (Magic): The Magic announced that Fultz suffered a fracture and no surgery is required.
  • Moritz Wagner (Magic): Wagner has not played this season and no timetable has been announced for his return.
  • Bruno Fernando (Rockets): Fernando is expected to miss the next 2-3 weeks, according to Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle.
  • Jabari Smith Jr. (Rockets): Smith Jr. is probable for Monday’s (Nov. 7) game against Orlando.
  • Jae’Sean Tate (Rockets): Tate is out for Monday’s (Nov. 7) game against Orlando.
  • TyTy Washington Jr. (Rockets): Washington Jr. is questionable for Monday’s (Nov. 7) game against Orlando.
  • Jalen Green (Rockets): Green is probable for Monday’s (Nov. 7) game against Orlando.
  • Houston Rockets Offensive Stats & Trends

    The Rockets averaged 7.7 turnovers per game (629 turnovers/82 games) in the second half last season — highest among NBA teams; League Avg: 6.4

    The Rockets averaged 15.7 turnovers per game (1,284 turnovers/82 games) last season — highest among NBA teams; League Avg: 13.0

    The Rockets have averaged 15.6 turnovers per game (1,200 turnovers/77 games) on the road since the start of the 2020-21 season — highest among NBA teams; League Avg: 13.1

    The Rockets had an assist to turnover ratio of 1.5 (1,932 assists/ 1,284 TOs) last season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 1.9

    Orlando Magic Offensive Stats & Trends

    The Magic shot 42% (1,569/3,695) in the first half last season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 46%

    The Magic are shooting 42% (2,924/6,936) in the first half since the start of the 2020-21 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 47%

    The Magic have averaged 1.17 points per shot (16,017 points/13,647 shots) since the start of the 2020-21 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 1.26

    The Magic are shooting 43% (5,886/13,647) since the start of the 2020-21 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 46%

    Houston Rockets Defensive Stats & Trends

    The Rockets averaged 32.5 defensive rebounds per game (2,661 rebounds/82 games) last season — tied for 4th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 33.9

    The Rockets have averaged 32.8 defensive rebounds per game (5,055 rebounds/154 games) since the start of the 2020-21 season — tied for 4th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 34.1

    The Rockets have blocked 369 shots on the road since the start of the 2020-21 season — tied for 10th most among NBA teams

    The Rockets have averaged 4.8 blocks per game (369 blocks/77 games) on the road since the start of the 2020-21 season — tied for 10th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 4.7

    Orlando Magic Defensive Stats & Trends

    The Magic averaged 6.8 steals per game (554 steals/82 games) last season — 3rd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.6

    The Magic have averaged 35.1 defensive rebounds per game (5,405 rebounds/154 games) since the start of the 2020-21 season — 5th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 34.1

    The Magic have averaged 6.8 steals per game (1,050 steals/154 games) since the start of the 2020-21 season — tied for 2nd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.6

    The Magic averaged 35.1 defensive rebounds per game (2,880 rebounds/82 games) last season — tied for 6th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 33.9


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