The Chicago Bulls (2-2) welcome the Orlando magic (3-1) against United Center on Wednesday. Tip time is set at 8:00 p.m. ET. Let's analyze the 24/7 NBA odds from BetMGM Sportsbook Magic against cops Opportunities and meet our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season Series: First Meeting; Magic went 4-0 in 2023-24

The Magic defeated the Indiana Pacers 119-115 on Monday and finished as 5.5-point home favorites. After playing their first two games and winning both by at least 15 points, the Magic failed to cover two games in a row, including their first loss, a 124-111 road loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday. The Magic performed well behind former No. 1 overall pick F Paolo Bancherowho averages 28.5 points per game (PPG) and scored 50 points on Monday.

The Bulls defeated the Grizzlies 126-123 on Monday and finished as underdogs with a 5-point lead in this matchup. Chicago G Zach LaVine stayed hot, scoring 30 points on 12 of 22 shooting. The Bulls have balanced wins and losses in their four games, starting with a season-opening 123-111 road loss at the New Orleans Pelicans. Chicago is 2-2 against the spread (ATS) and is led by LaVine, who is averaging 26 PPG.

Magic in Bulls odds

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• Moneyline (ML): Magic -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Bulls +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
• Against the Spread (ATS): Magic -6.5 (-105) | Bulls +6.5 (-115)
• Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Magic at Bulls key injuries

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• F Jonathan Isaac (hip) questionable

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• G Lonzo Ball (wrist) questionable

For the latest updates: Official NBA Injury Report.

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Magic at Bulls tips and predictions

forecast

Magic 118, Bulls 111

Money line

HAPPEN.

The Magic have shown energy and discipline so far this season, and their young stars are starting to shine. Expect this to continue, but at this moneyline value, avoid playing them to win outright.

Likewise, the Bulls have been too inconsistent to return here.

Against the spread

BET MAGIC -6.5 (-105).

Orlando was exceptionally good early in the season, scoring at least 111 points in all four games and holding opponents to 101 points or fewer in two of their four games. The Magic were also surprisingly efficient offensively, with three of their top four scorers shooting 48% or better from the field.

Only two of the Bulls' top four scorers can say they have exceeded that percentage. Chicago also disappointed after every win and struggled in its only home game, losing that game 114-95 to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Bulls' offense has experienced ups and downs, but their defense has experienced only the latter, allowing 122 points or more in three games.

Consider these relevant aspects and take the away and reverse side MAGIC -6.5 (-105).

Over/Under

BET OVER 227.5 (-115).

Both teams have consistently exceeded projected totals this season, and there's no reason to believe that trend won't continue on Wednesday. The Bulls are 3-1 O/U and have scored at least 110 points in 3 of 4 games and have exceeded the 126 point mark twice. Their defense, as mentioned above, was a bigger problem.

The Magic, who were efficient offensively, allowed at least 115 points in two straight games. Orlando's efficiency against a struggling defense should maintain its dominant offensive performance. It is 4-0 O/U this season.

However, expect a high-scoring battle OVER 227.5 (-115).

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