Magic vs Wizards Picks and Prediction – 4/3/2025

The Thursday NBA schedule will tip-off with a matchup between the Orlando Magic and the Washington Wizards from Capital One Arena. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Magic (37-40) have won six of their last ten games and are tied with Atlanta for seventh place in the Eastern Conference standings. On Tuesday, Orlando outscored San Antonio by 16 points over the final 12 minutes to earn a 116-105 road victory. 

Orlando forwards Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner matched a game-high with 24 points each on a combined 18-for-41 shooting effort. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope knocked down 7-for-11 from long distance and finished with 23 points for the Magic, who improved to 17-21 on the road. 

The Washington Wizards have dropped 30 of their first 38 home games and own the worst overall record in the Eastern Conference. The Wizards (16-59) rank last in the league in offensive efficiency and are averaging 108.7 points per game. Last night, Washington nailed 17-for-43 from long range and shot 51 percent overall during a 116-111 home victory versus Sacramento. 

Jordan Poole led a balanced Washington scoring attack with 23 points on 8-for-14 from the field. Bub Carrington and A.J. Johnson scored 19 points each on a combined 13-for-27 shooting effort. Tristan Vukcevic added 17 points and eight rebounds off the bench for the Wizards.  

Orlando G Jalen Suggs underwent successful knee surgery and will miss the remainder of the season. The Wizards rank near the bottom of the league in defensive efficiency and are playing at the fourth fastest tempo. With Washington playing on consecutive nights, take the over. Final Score Prediction, Orlando Magic win 120-107.