Magic vs. Rockets prediction: Houston to win, Kevin Durant projected for big game in Sunday's NBA matchup [11/16/2025]

NBA action continues on Sunday at 7:00PM ET as the Orlando Magic take on the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center.

Based on updated simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Rockets as the most likely winner of the Magic vs. Rockets game.

This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Rockets lineup will feature players like Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson, while the Magic will rely on Franz Wagner, Desmond Bane and Tristan da Silva.

This article offers a closer look at Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.

Magic vs. Rockets prediction: Who will win and cover?

As part of Dimers' NBA predictions coverage—and following a review of recent results—our pregame model has generated moneyline, spread, and over/under probabilities for Sunday's clash between the Magic and Rockets.

According to our model, the Magic (+7.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 224.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

Magic vs. Rockets odds

We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Magic vs. Rockets picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Magic +7.5 at the spread.

Magic vs. Rockets player props

Looking for Magic vs. Rockets NBA prop bets? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Toyota Center.

Franz Wagner is expected to lead the Magic with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, while Kevin Durant is projected to have 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the Rockets.

Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every game this season.

Magic prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Magic are:

Rockets prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Rockets:

Magic vs. Rockets game-day updates and essential details

Sunday's matchup between the Rockets and Magic at Toyota Center is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Orlando Magic vs. Houston Rockets
• Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
• Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
• Venue: Toyota Center

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Conclusion

We predict the Rockets, with a 72% win probability, will likely beat the Magic on Sunday, with Alperen Sengun projected for a game-high 47 fantasy points.

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