Celtics vs Magic Picks and Prediction – 4/9/2025

The Wednesday NBA schedule will get started with a matchup between the Boston Celtics and the Orlando Magic from the Kia Center. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Celtics (59-20) have won nine of their last ten games and rank second in the league in offensive efficiency. Last night, Boston connected on 19-for-49 from the three-point line during a 119-117 overtime victory at New York.

Boston C Kristaps Porzingis nailed 8 of 13 from long distance and matched a game-high with 34 points. All-Star F Jayson Tatum contributed 32 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. Derrick White added 14 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds for the Celtics. 

The Orlando Magic have won three straight contests and hold a two-game lead over Atlanta for seventh place in the Eastern Conference standings. The Magic (39-40) rank second in the league in defensive efficiency and are allowing 105.7 points per game. Last night, Orlando forced 18 turnovers during a 119-112 home victory versus Atlanta. 

Former number one overall draft pick Paolo Banchero led all scorers with 33 points (12-24 FG) and ten rebounds. Orlando F Franz Wagner chipped in 22 points, six rebounds, and six assists. Wendell Carter Jr. added 17 points and nine boards for the Magic, who improved to 21-19 at home.  

Boston C Al Horford (knee) did not suit up last night and his status for this game is uncertain. These are two of the elite defensive teams in the league, so the under is worth a look. The Celtics are locked into the number two seed and could rest some players after last night’s road victory. Take the Magic to win at home. Final Score Prediction, Orlando Magic win 110-101.