Southeast Division Predictions, Odds: Projected Standings 2024-25

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Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic drives against Jaime Jaquez Jr. #11 of the Miami Heat during the first quarter of the game at Kaseya Center on January 12, 2024 in Miami, Florida.
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Shane Jackson @Sjacksonmgm Oct 12, 2024, 3:44 PM
  • The Orlando Magic are -150 favorites to win the Southeast Division.
  • Orlando won the division crown in 2023-24.

The Southeast Division will continue to run through Florida during the 2024-25 NBA season.

After winning the division by one game last year, the Orlando Magic opened as betting favorites to repeat. The Miami Heat are the only other team listed shorter than 15/1 after winning the Southeast in 2021-22 and 2022-23.

Will Orlando or Miami win the division this year? Hereโ€™s a look at the latest NBA betting lines and my best bet for the Southeast Division:

Southeast Division Winner Odds 2024-25

  • Orlando Magic -150
  • Miami Heat +165
  • Atlanta Hawks +1100
  • Charlotte Hornets +3500
  • Washington Wizards +50000

Southeast Division Win Totals & Projected Standings

TeamWin TotalOverUnder
Magic47.5-125+105
Heat44.5-110-110
Hawks36.5-110-110
Hornets30.5-105-115
Wizards20.5-125+105

Southeast Division Betting Prediction

Prediction: Magic to Win Southeast (-135)

Note: This line has moved to -150 since making this pick.

The division isnโ€™t very competitive, but the Magic have the profile of a team I want to back in the regular season.

Orlando ranked second in defensive rating last year. Elite teams on the defensive end typically have more consistent success throughout the regular season.

The Magic also have a younger core, particularly compared to the Heat’s roster. Paolo Banchero has improved in his first two seasons, while fourth-year players Jalen Suggs and Franz Wagner still have more upside.

Orlando should also do a better job of winning its division games this year. The Magic went 9-7 in the Southeast, while the Heat led the way with a 13-3 clip in this grouping.

The Magic are here to stay in a weak division.

Southeast Division Team Previews & Predictions

Hawks 2024-25 Betting Preview: Prediction, Roster Projection

Atlanta Hawks

The Hawks look to rebound from their first losing season since 2020.

Hornets 2024-25 Betting Preview: Prediction, Roster Projection

Charlotte Hornets

The Hornets aim to make the playoffs for the first time since 2016.

Heat 2024-25 Betting Preview: Prediction, Roster Projection

Miami Heat

The Heat are 15 months removed from an NBA Finals appearance, but they are a long shot ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.

Magic 2024-25 Betting Preview: Prediction, Roster Projection

Orlando Magic

After winning the division last year, the Magic hope to take another step into contender status in the Eastern Conference.

Wizards 2024-25 Betting Preview: Prediction, Roster Projection

Washington Wizards

Washington will continue to focus on its rebuild during the 2024-25 season.

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Shane Jackson

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Shane Jackson is a Web Content Writer for BetMGM, covering MLB and NBA. After graduating from the University of Kansas, his previous stops include MLB.com, Lawrence Journal-World, Manhattan Mercury, Bet Chicago Sports, WynnBET, and Sportsbook Review.

Shane Jackson is a Web Content Writer for BetMGM, covering MLB and NBA. After graduating from the University of Kansas, his previous stops include MLB.com, Lawrence Journal-World, Manhattan Mercury, Bet Chicago Sports, WynnBET, and Sportsbook Review.