NBA 2025-2026: Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction

The Orlando Magic have shown a mixed bag of results in their last three outings. They secured convincing victories against the Memphis Grizzlies and New Orleans Pelicans, scoring 118 and 128 points respectively, while suffering a defeat to the Grizzlies with a score of 109-126. This suggests an offensive prowess, particularly from Franz Wagner, who leads the starting five with an average of 22.19 points per game and a notable offensive rating of 124.0. However, the Magic's defense has been inconsistent, as indicated by high opponent scores in their losses. On the other hand, the Charlotte Hornets have struggled with consistency, losing two out of their last three games. They suffered a big loss against the Golden State Warriors and a low-scoring defeat to the Cleveland Cavaliers, but managed a strong win against the Denver Nuggets. The Hornets' lineup is led by LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, who average 19.38 and 20.0 points per game, respectively. Despite these individual performances, the team has shown vulnerabilities in defense, as reflected in high defensive ratings within their starting five, which could be a disadvantage against the Magic's offensive capabilities.