Magic vs Trail Blazers Picks and Prediction – 1/31/2025

On Thursday, the Orlando Magic (24-24) face off against the Portland Trail Blazers (17-29) at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions.

Portland comes into this matchup on a one-game losing streak, but has won four of their last five games prior to their game against Milwaukee. In their recent 118-108 defeat against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Deni Avdija made a notable contribution by scoring 28 points for the Portland Trail Blazers. This season, Anfernee Simons has been the team's top scorer, with an average of 18.4 points per game. Following closely behind him is Shaedon Sharpe, who has been making significant contributions by averaging 17.3 points per game. Deandre Ayton has emerged as the Trail Blazers' standout player in terms of rebounds, maintaining an average of 10.2 rebounds per game this season. The team's playmaking is led by Scoot Henderson, who has been impressive with an average of 5.1 assists per game. Over their last five matchups, Portland has averaged 108 points per game and is currently ranked fourth in the Northwest Division standings. Eager to secure a victory, the Trail Blazers are preparing to take on the Orlando Magic on their home court. Throughout the season, they've averaged 107.8 points per game.

Orlando enters this game on a one-game losing streak, and has dropped four of their last five games. In a hard-fought double-overtime game against Miami, the Orlando Magic were defeated 125-119, despite a strong performance from Franz Wagner, who contributed 29 points. This season, Wagner has been a standout player for Orlando, leading the team with an impressive average of 24.7 points per game. Close behind him is Paolo Banchero, the Magic's second-highest scorer, averaging 23.9 points per game. On the defensive end, Goga Bitadze has been a key player, dominating the boards with an average of 8.2 rebounds per game. Wagner also showcases his versatility by leading the Magic in assists, tallying an average of 5.4 assists per game. Over their last five encounters, Orlando has given up an average of 112.2 points, placing them just half a game behind Miami for first place in the Southeast Division. Eager to break their current losing streak, the Magic are preparing for their next challenge against the Trail Blazers on their road trip west. Throughout the season, Orlando has been averaging 104.1 points per game offensively.

The Magic are facing a challenging period, having lost four of their last five matchups, which has allowed the Miami Heat to surpass them in their divisional standings. Compounding their struggles, Orlando's average points scored per game when playing away is the lowest in the NBA this season. Despite this, they are determined to use this poor statistic as a source of motivation to improve. Meanwhile, the Portland Trail Blazers have had a tough time at home, losing thirteen out of twenty-two games. However, they've recently demonstrated some determination and are aiming to secure consecutive victories by winning their second game against Orlando in just a few days. Final Score Prediction, Portland Trail Blazers win 112-107.