The Orlando Magic (20-16) and Washington Wizards (9-25) will face off in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 7:00 p.m. ET from Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. The game will be broadcast live on FDSFL.
The Magic are 7-point favorites over the Wizards on the spread (Magic -7), with the over/under set at 234 total points. Orlando is a -300 favorite to win outright on the moneyline, while Washington is +240 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Magic vs. Wizards predictions and NBA picks for Tuesday, January 6.
Magic vs Wizards Prediction
- Magic vs Wizards pick: Tre Johnson Over 19.5 Points, Rebounds & Assists (-120)
My Wizards vs Magic best bet is on Tre Johnson to record over 19.5 points, rebounds and assists, with the best price currently available at bet365. However, make sure to find the best odds by checking our live NBA odds page.
Magic vs Wizards Odds
| Magic Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-7 -110 | 234 -110o / -110u | -300 |
| Wizards Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+7 -110 | 234 -110o / -110u | +240 |
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Tre Johnson over 19.5 points, rebounds and assists is my favorite player prop on the board right now.
I currently have Johnson projected closer to 21 PRA in this spot, giving us a solid edge over the posted number.
The biggest driver here is the absence of Kyshawn George for the Wizards.
With George off the floor, Johnson is set up for a noticeable bump in both efficiency and usage, along with a slight increase in minutes.
From a usage-rate perspective, the only Washington player who benefits more than Johnson when George sits is CJ McCollum.
I strongly considered McCollum here, but Johnson grades out better relative to his number, which ultimately makes this the stronger play.
Magic vs Wizards Prediction, Betting Analysis
The game environment also supports this prop.
The total is sitting at 234 points with Washington as a 6.5-point underdog against the Magic, and there’s a reasonable chance this game stays competitive.
If it does, Johnson should see his full complement of minutes, with some upside for extra run.
Washington plays at a fast pace, which further boosts Johnson’s chances to contribute across the board.
Beyond the usage bump, George’s absence also creates small but meaningful increases in Johnson’s rebound and assist rates, making PRA a particularly good way to attack this matchup.
When you combine the pace, the projected minutes, and the expanded role, everything lines up well for Johnson to clear this number.
Pick: Tre Johnson Over 19.5 Points, Rebounds & Assists (-120)
