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Magic vs. Warriors prediction: Golden State to win, Stephen Curry projected for 29 points in Monday's NBA game [12/22/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Orlando Magic vs Golden State Warriors predictions for NBA Monday.
The Golden State Warriors and Orlando Magic will lock horns in NBA action at Chase Center on Monday, with tipoff at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Warriors as the most likely winner of the Magic vs. Warriors game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Warriors lineup will feature stars like Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Brandin Podziemski, while the Magic will rely on Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane and Anthony Black.
This article offers a closer look at Monday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Magic vs. Warriors prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's NBA matchup between the Magic and Warriors 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Warriors a 70% chance of beating the Magic. Our predicted final score has the Warriors winning 117-111.
According to our model, the Magic (+6) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 227.5 points has a 51% chance of going over.
Magic vs. Warriors odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Magic | Warriors |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +6 (-108) | -6 (-112) |
| Moneyline | +190 | -225 |
| Total | o227.5 (-110) | u227.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Magic vs. Warriors picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Magic +6 | -108 |
| Moneyline | Warriors | -225 |
| Total | Under 227.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Monday, the top play to make on this game is Warriors to win.
Magic vs. Warriors player props
NBA player props are a popular way to wager on the Magic vs. Warriors matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Chase Center.
Paolo Banchero is expected to lead the Magic with 26 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists, while Stephen Curry is projected to have 29 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists for the Warriors.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Magic prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Magic are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paolo Banchero | 26 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 50 |
| Desmond Bane | 21 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 40 |
| Anthony Black | 17 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 35 |
| Wendell Carter | 13 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 31 |
| Jase Richardson | 9 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 17 |
Warriors prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Warriors:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Curry | 29 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 49 |
| Jimmy Butler | 22 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 41 |
| B. Podziemski | 11 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 25 |
| Quinten Post | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 22 |
| Moses Moody | 9 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 18 |
Magic vs. Warriors game-day updates and essential details
Monday's matchup between the Warriors and Magic at Chase Center is scheduled to begin at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Orlando Magic vs. Golden State Warriors
- Date: Monday, December 22, 2025
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Chase Center
Conclusion
We predict the Warriors, with a 70% win probability, will likely beat the Magic on Monday, with Paolo Banchero projected for a game-high 50 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Magic vs. Warriors insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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