Prediction:

The Magic are one of the most resilient teams in the NBA this season. Despite suffering significant injuries, they have remained persistent and are still in the top 4 of the Eastern Conference. The Magic have the second-best defensive efficiency in the league. The Celtics, on the other hand, have recently entered a phase of adjustment. Aiming for a championship repeat, they do not plan to exert all of their energy and form in the regular season. The Magic, however, have a stronger sense of urgency and cannot afford to relax in any game. It’s expected that they won’t suffer a heavy defeat.

Pick: Magic +13.5 (bet365)