Raptors at Magic 12/28/18 - NBA Picks & Predictions

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Last Updated: 08/07/2019 at 1:13 PM ET

Raptors at Magic 12/28/18 - NBA Picks & Predictions

The Amway Center will play host to a Friday night NBA clash between the Toronto Raptors and Orlando Magic.

The Raptors are 16 games above .500 overall and own the best record in the league. On Wednesday, Toronto made the plays down the stretch of a 106-104 road victory against Miami. The Raptors out-rebounded the Heat by a 51-41 margin and shot 47 percent from the field.

All five Orlando starters scored in double figures and were led by D.J. Augustin with 27 points. Nikola Vucevic added 22 points and 13 rebounds in a losing effort for the Magic.

Toronto G Kyle Lowry (back) did not play on Wednesday and has been ruled out this contest as well. The Raptors rank third in the league in offensive efficiency and are also the better defensive team. Take Toronto to win by double figures on Friday. Final Score Prediction, Toronto Raptors win and cover ATS 109-98.