- The OKC Thunder visit the Orlando Magic on Thursday night
- The Magic (10-1 home) finally lost their first game at the Kia Center this season on Sunday
- See the Thunder vs Magic odds, player props, and predictions for Dec. 19
The injury-riddled Orlando Magic (17-11, 10-1 home, 16-12 ATS) are back on the court on Thursday night as they welcome the West-leading OKC Thunder (20-5, 9-3 away, 16-9 ATS) to the Kia Center for a 7:10 pm ET tipoff. With Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner both still sidelined for Orlando, OKC is a big 6.5-point road favorite in Thursday’s NBA odds.
OKC Thunder vs Orlando Magic Odds
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| OKC Thunder | -6.5 (-110) | -250 | O 211.5 (-115) |
| Orlando Magic | +6.5 (-110) | +210 | U 211.5 (-105) |
OKC is also a -250 moneyline favorite with Orlando coming back as a +210 home underdog in the Thunder vs Magic odds. The game total is sitting at just 211.5, which is the lowest of the 13 games on today’s packed NBA schedule.
Odds as of Dec. 19 at ESPN Bet. See SBD’s updated list of PayPal betting sites and Visa betting sites.
The Thunder are coming off a rare loss to Milwaukee (97-81) in the final of the 2024 NBA Cup, a game that didn’t actually count in the regular-season standings. OKC is riding a five-game win streak in games that count towards the playoff race.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (30.3 PPG, 5.5 RPG, 6.3 APG) had a team-high 21 points in OKC’s worst offensive performance of the season. The Thunder shot just 33.7% from the floor and a horrendous 15.6% from three.
The Magic were the last unbeaten home team in the league, going 10-0 at the Kia Center until Sunday’s 100-91 setback to the Knicks. Mo Wagner had a game-high 32 points off the bench.
Jalen Suggs (16.3 PPG, 4.1 RPG, 3.9 APG), the team’s leading scorer with Banchero (29.0 PPG, 8.8 RPG, 5.6 APG) and Franz Wagner (24.4 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 5.7 APG) out of the lineup, had just nine points on an ugly 4-of-19 shooting.
OKC vs ORL Player Props
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Three-Pointers Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC) | 30.5 (Ov -105 | Un -125) | 5.5 (Ov +120 | Un -154) | 5.5 (Ov -110| Un -120) | 2.5 (Ov +150 | Un -195) |
| Jalen Williams (OKC) | 21.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) | 5.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 4.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 1.5 (Ov -188 | Un +145) |
| Jalen Suggs (ORL) | 19.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 4.5 (Ov +114 | Un -145) | 6.5 (Ov -145 | Un +114) | 2.5 (Ov -140 | Un +110) |
| Mo Wagner (ORL) | 13.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 6.5 (Ov+110 | Un -140) | OFF | OFF |
| Isaiah Hartenstein (OKC) | 10.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 11.5 (Ov +105 | Un -135) | 3.5 (Ov +105 | Un -135) | OFF |
| Goga Bitadze (ORL) | 10.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 9.5 (Ov +105 | Un -135) | 2.5 (Ov +135 | Un -175) | OFF |
| Luguentz Dort (OKC) | 9.5 (Ov -105 | Un -125) | 4.5 (Ov +110 | Un -140) | OFF | 1.5 (Ov -175 | Un +135) |
| Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (ORL) | 8.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 2.5 (Ov +140 | Un -180) | OFF | 1.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) |
| Anthony Black (ORL) | 8.5 (Ov -120 | Un -110) | 2.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | OFF | OFF |
| Tristan da Silva (ORL) | 8.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | 3.5 (Ov -120 | Un -110) | OFF | 1.5 (Ov +130 | Un -166) |
| Wendell Carter Jr (ORL) | 8.5 (Ov -105 | Un -125) | 7.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 2.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | OFF |
| Alex Caruso (OKC) | 5.5 (Ov -120 | Un -110) | OFF | OFF | OFF |
NBA player props from DraftKings on Dec. 19.
Despite the off-night on Tuesday, SGA once again has a game-high point total of 30.5. Suggs has the highest total among Orlando players at just 19.5. OKC center Isaiah Hartenstein has the highest rebound total on the board at 11.5, followed by Orlando center Goga Bitadze.
Thunder vs Magic Predictions
Based on Sunday’s performance against the Knicks, it would be easy to conclude that all the injuries are finally starting to catch up with the Magic. But Orlando has been dealing with the absence of Banchero, their lone All-Star, since the end of October. They have underrated depth and play exceptionally disciplined defense. Orlando is currently third in the NBA in D-Rating at 106.1, a marked improvement so far over their 110.8 number from last season, which was also third-best in the league.
Orlando’s combination of tenacious defense and a sluggish pace (fourth-slowest in the NBA at 97.37) will be enough to keep them within striking distance, while Suggs has a bounce-back game from the perimeter.
OKC vs ORL picks:
- Orlando Magic +7.0 (-115) at DraftKings
- Suggs over 19.5 points (-122) at FanDuel
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The Oklahoma City Thunder will face off against the Orlando Magic on December 19th in what promises to be an exciting matchup. As both teams look to secure a win, bettors are eagerly analyzing the betting odds, player props, and making their predictions for the game.
According to the latest betting odds, the Thunder are currently favored to win the game by a narrow margin. However, the Magic have been known to be a tough opponent, especially on their home court. With both teams having similar records so far this season, this game could go either way.
When it comes to player props, there are several key players to keep an eye on. For the Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a standout player this season, averaging over 20 points per game. He will likely be a focal point of the Thunder’s offense and could have a big impact on the outcome of the game.
On the Magic side, Nikola Vucevic has been a force to be reckoned with, averaging a double-double this season. His presence in the paint could pose a challenge for the Thunder’s defense and could be a key factor in determining the outcome of the game.
As for predictions, this game is shaping up to be a close one. Both teams have shown flashes of brilliance this season, but have also had their fair share of struggles. Ultimately, it may come down to which team can execute their game plan more effectively and make key plays down the stretch.
In conclusion, the December 19th matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Orlando Magic is sure to be a thrilling game for both fans and bettors alike. With the betting odds favoring the Thunder slightly, and key players on both teams poised to make an impact, this game could go either way. It will be interesting to see how it all plays out on game day.