Los Angeles Lakers vs. Orlando Magic Prediction & Preview – Monday, March 24, 2025
The Los Angeles Lakers (43-27) take on the Orlando Magic (33-38) for the second time this season, with the action happening on Monday, March 24 at 7:00 PM ET at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. MyBookie has you set with NBA betting odds revealing the Lakers with a -4.0 (-110) point spread.
Los Angeles Lakers Betting Preview
The Lakers have lost their last two games, both blowouts at home, and now begin a road trip. Their most recent defeat was a 146-115 thrashing against the Chicago Bulls.
Prior to their loss to the Bulls they fell short to the Milwaukee Bucks 118-89 (without LeBron James and Luka Doncic). While Luka was back in the lineup against the Bulls, the Lakers collectively played horrible defense and could not slow them down. James is also questionable for this upcoming matchup due to a groin issue.
Los Angeles is 19th in the league for scoring 112.8 points a game. Their defense ranks 10th for allowing 111.9 points a game. This margin does not offer room for error, but these stats will likely continue adjusting (back in February) since they have benefited with the Luka trade.
The Lakers’ offensive efficiency over the last 100 possessions ranks 12th. Their defensive efficiency during the same period ranks 13th. Overall, they are the 14th-best team in the league in comparison to other teams when it comes to their efficiency on both ends of the floor.
Orlando Magic Betting Preview
The Magic are 3-2 in their last five games and need to continue their trajectory forward. They are coming off a 120-105 victory against the Washington Wizards, marking their fourth game out of five on the road.
Paolo Banchero stood out here, with 30 points on 11-22 shooting from the field along with eight rebounds and five assists. He will likely need to have another night like this for the Magic to have a chance against the Lakers.
Orlando is ranked last in the league for points per game at 104.8. Ironically, they rank first in allowing 106.1 points a game from opponents. Their pace of play ranks 27th, which likely disrupts opposing teams’ momentum and opportunities on the clock to score.
The Magic are 28th in their offensive efficiency over their last 100 possessions, as well as second in their defensive efficiency at the same rate. Overall, they rank 18th in their efficiency for both ends of the floor.
Odds, Series Trends, and Free Pick
MyBookie provides you with the best Los Angeles Lakers vs. Orlando Magic betting odds, with the Lakers as four-point favorites. According to market analysis, the Lakers are expected to have an edge with a 50.7 percent chance of winning on the road. This new-look Lakers will likely succeed in covering the spread over a struggling Magic team.
Final Pick: Los Angeles Lakers -4.0 (-110)
