Magic vs Celtics Prediction, Picks and Odds for NBA Playoff Game 2

Welcome to the playoffs, Orlando! The Boston Celtics gave the young Magic a rude awakening by outscoring them 55-37 in the second half of Game 1 en route to a 17-point victory. Orlando’s 86 points were its fewest since March 10. The NBA playoffs betting odds expect more of the same for Game 2. The lines look similar but with a lower total. And we can’t disagree.

“Worst case scenario for the Magic … Celtics best 3 players didn’t play well and –– still beat them by 17.”

“I think they’re going to win Game 2 by 100 points.”

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Magic vs Celtics NBA Playoffs Prediction

Orlando is a poor matchup against Boston, especially on the road. The Celtics have won nine of their last 11 home games against Orlando, winning the last four by an average margin of 19 points. We like Boston to maintain this streak; it is our pick on the NBA’s latest lines this Wednesday.

Celtics 115, Magic 101

Magic vs Celtics Best Player Props Today

• Magic F/C Paolo Banchero Over 4.5 Assists (+100)

Orlando will fall short, but Paolo Banchero will do everything he can to keep the Magic in it. He scored 36 points in Game 1. What we expect for Game 2 is for him to have more assists, going over his 4.5 assists NBA prop pick today. Banchero’s usage and assist rates are averaging at career highs. He’ll get at least five dimes.

• Celtics F/C Al Horford Over 5.5 Points (-121)

Here is a low-hanging fruit: Bet on Al Horford to score at least six points. Yes, the 38-year-old is used more sparingly now. But he averages 9.0 points this season and has scored 6+ points in 16 of his last 20 playoff games. This is one of the easier NBA bets today.

Jayson Tatum in Game 1:

17 Points
8-22 FG
1-8 3PT
0-4 FT

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• Celtics F Jayson Tatum Under 40.5 Pts+Reb+Ast (-118)

Jayson Tatum is not as soft as many haters claim he is. But he is still prone to having some icy performances, just like his Game 1. Still, Boston is winning so we don’t see the big deal. Tatum could have a better Game 2, but we’ll still go against his combo prop as it is too hefty at 40.5.

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Magic vs Celtics Over/under Pick

It speaks to this type of matchup that the total is under 200. The only time the total was this low, it still went under for Orlando against Minnesota. Orlando plays a glacial pace and Boston has held five of its last six opponents under 100 points. But we’ll go against trends and bet the over for our NBA pick for today.

Bet on Magic vs Celtics Over 196.5

Magic vs Celtics Moneyline Pick

Boston should win this game and go up 2-0 in the series. The Celtics were favored to beat Orlando in four or five games per the NBA futures odds. This is a mismatch, especially with Orlando not having a true point guard. Boston is deeper, more experienced and far more prolific on offense. Don’t double-think it.

Bet on Boston Celtics ML (-550)

Magic vs Celtics Spread Pick

Laying -750 on Boston to win may be too rich for our blood. Instead, we’ll lay 12.5 points on the Celtics. Orlando had Boston in a tight spot on Sunday, but the Celtics rallied and covered. And this was when Tatum was having an off night. The Celtics are too good. Bet them against the NBA spread (ATS).

Bet on Boston Celtics ATS -10.5 (-110)

Magic vs Celtics How to Watch

• Game: Orlando Magic (42-42) vs Boston Celtics (62-21)
• Date/Time: Wednesday, April 23, 7:00 p.m. ET
• Location: TD Garden, Boston, MA
• Magic vs Celtics Live Stream: NBA League Pass

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• Magic vs Celtics NBA Playoffs Parlay Picks for Wednesday April 23: Bet Boston -10.5 to Go Up 2-0

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