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Magic vs. Trail Blazers prediction: Why Orlando is favored to win Tuesday's NBA game [12/23/2025]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Orlando Magic vs Portland Trail Blazers predictions for NBA Tuesday.
The Portland Trail Blazers will face the Orlando Magic in NBA action at Moda Center on Tuesday, commencing at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Magic as the most likely winner of the Magic vs. Trail Blazers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Trail Blazers lineup will feature stars like Deni Avdija, Shaedon Sharpe and Jerami Grant, while the Magic will rely on Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane and Jalen Suggs.
This article offers further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Magic vs. Blazers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NBA game between the Magic and Trail Blazers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Magic a 59% chance of defeating the Trail Blazers. Our predicted final score has the Magic winning 117-114.
According to our model, the Magic (-2) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 232.5 points has a 52% chance of staying under.
Magic vs. Trail Blazers odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Magic | Trail Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -2 (-106) | +2 (-114) |
| Moneyline | -125 | +108 |
| Total | o232.5 (-106) | u232.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Magic vs. Trail Blazers picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 -2 | -106 |
| Moneyline | Magic | -125 |
| Total | Under 232.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Tuesday, the top play to make on this game is Magic to win.
Magic vs. Trail Blazers player props
Looking for Magic vs. Trail Blazers NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Moda Center.
Paolo Banchero is expected to lead the Magic with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists, while Deni Avdija is projected to have 27 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the Trail Blazers.
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 | 25 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 49 |
| Desmond Bane | 21 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 40 |
| Jalen Suggs | 18 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 40 |
| Anthony Black | 16 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 33 |
| Wendell Carter | 13 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 31 |
Trail Blazers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Trail Blazers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deni Avdija | 27 | 8 | 7 | 2 | 53 |
| Shaedon Sharpe | 22 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 39 |
| Jerami Grant | 17 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 31 |
| Toumani Camara | 12 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 28 |
| Donovan Clingan | 10 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 31 |
Magic vs. Blazers game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's game between the Trail Blazers and Magic at Moda Center is scheduled to commence at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Orlando Magic vs. Portland Trail Blazers
- Date: Tuesday, December 23, 2025
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Moda Center
Conclusion
We predict the Magic, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Trail Blazers on Tuesday, with Deni Avdija projected for a game-high 53 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Magic vs. Trail Blazers 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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