Magic vs. Knicks prediction: New York to win, Jalen Brunson projected for big game in Sunday's NBA matchup [12/7/2025]

The New York Knicks and Orlando Magic are scheduled to meet in NBA action at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, starting at 12:00PM ET.

Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Knicks as the most likely winner of the Magic vs. Knicks game.

This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Knicks lineup will feature players like Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby, while the Magic will be led by Franz Wagner, Desmond Bane and Paolo Banchero.

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. Knicks prediction: Who will win and cover?

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NBA matchup between the Magic and Knicks 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives the Knicks a 56% chance of defeating the Magic. Our predicted final score has the Knicks winning 115-113.

According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Magic and Knicks each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 229.5 points has a 51% chance of staying under.

Magic vs. Knicks 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. Knicks 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 Knicks to win.

Magic vs. Knicks player props

NBA player props are a great way to wager on the Magic vs. Knicks game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Madison Square Garden.

Franz Wagner is expected to lead the Magic with 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists, while Jalen Brunson is projected to have 30 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists for the Knicks.

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:

Knicks prediction

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

Magic vs. Knicks game-day updates and essential details

Sunday's action between the Knicks and Magic at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to begin at 12:00PM ET.

• Who: Orlando Magic vs. New York Knicks
• Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025
• Time: 12:00PM ET/9:00AM PT
• Venue: Madison Square Garden

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Conclusion

We predict the Knicks, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Magic on Sunday, with Jalen Brunson projected for a game-high 48 fantasy points.

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