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Magic vs. Clippers prediction: Clippers favored to win Sunday's NBA matchup [2/22/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Orlando Magic vs Los Angeles Clippers predictions for NBA Sunday.
The Los Angeles Clippers will take on the Orlando Magic in NBA action at Intuit Dome on Sunday, starting at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Clippers as the most likely winner of the Magic vs. Clippers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Clippers lineup will feature players like Kawhi Leonard, Bennedict Mathurin and Derrick Jones, while the Magic will rely on Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane and Anthony Black.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Magic vs. Clippers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NBA matchup between the Magic and Clippers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Clippers a 66% chance of beating the Magic. Our predicted final score has the Clippers winning 110-105.
According to our model, the Clippers (-4.5) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the 215.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
Magic vs. Clippers odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Magic | Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +4.5 (-110) | -4.5 (-106) |
| Moneyline | +150 | -176 |
| Total | o215.5 (-108) | u215.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Magic vs. Clippers 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:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Clippers -4.5 | -106 |
| Moneyline | Clippers | -176 |
| Total | Over 215.5 | -108 |
According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Clippers to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Magic vs. Clippers player props
Betting on Magic vs. Clippers NBA player props? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Intuit Dome.
Paolo Banchero is expected to lead the Magic with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists, while Kawhi Leonard is projected to have 30 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the Clippers.
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 | 21 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 43 |
| Desmond Bane | 19 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 36 |
| Anthony Black | 17 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 35 |
| Jevon Carter | 11 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 22 |
| Wendell Carter | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 26 |
Clippers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Clippers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawhi Leonard | 30 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 51 |
| B. Mathurin | 19 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 34 |
| Derrick Jones | 14 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 26 |
| Brook Lopez | 11 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 27 |
| Jordan Miller | 11 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 22 |
Magic vs. Clippers game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's matchup between the Clippers and Magic at Intuit Dome is scheduled to begin at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Orlando Magic vs. Los Angeles Clippers
- Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Intuit Dome
Conclusion
We predict the Clippers, with a 66% win probability, will likely beat the Magic on Sunday, with Kawhi Leonard projected for a game-high 51 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Magic vs. Clippers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date 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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