Magic vs. Heat: Dec. 5 Predictions, Odds, and Picks

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Magic vs. Heat: Dec. 5 Predictions, Odds, and Picks

The Orlando Magic will face the Miami Heat on December 5, 2025, at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. Both teams are rivals in the Southeast Division. Currently, Orlando holds a record of 13 wins and 9 losses, while Miami has 14 wins and 8 losses. This game marks the second meeting between these two teams this season.

Game Details: Magic vs. Heat

The matchup is set to begin at 7 p.m. ET. The Magic enter the game as 5.5-point favorites, with a projected total points score of 241.5.

Betting Odds

Magic -5.5 (-108)
Heat +5.5 (-112)
Total Over/Under: 241.5 (-110)
Magic Moneyline: -215
Heat Moneyline: +180

Matchup Insights

In the previous head-to-head contest, the Magic secured a victory over the Heat. The Magic’s performance this season shows they have won 10 of their 17 games when favored, while the Heat have managed to win 7 out of 12 games as underdogs.

Both teams significantly contribute to high-scoring games, averaging a combined total of 242.8 points per game. Notably, 13 out of 22 games for both teams have exceeded the 241.5 points mark this season.

Recent Trends

Orlando Magic

Last 10 games: 6-4 against the spread and 7-3 overall
Average points scored per game: 119.2 (Rank: 7)
Victories against spread as favorites (5.5 points or more): 2 of 9

Miami Heat

Last 10 games: 5-5 against the spread and 7-3 overall
Average points scored per game: 123.6 (Rank: 2)
Victories against spread as underdogs (5.5 points or more): 3-2-1

Key Players to Watch

Orlando Magic

Franz Wagner: 23.0 points, 6.3 rebounds
Desmond Bane: 19.0 points, 4.6 assists
Jalen Suggs: 14.1 points, 4.7 assists

Miami Heat

Norman Powell: 25.0 points, 3.7 rebounds
Andrew Wiggins: 17.2 points, 5.1 rebounds
Jaime Jaquez Jr.: 15.3 points, 6.1 rebounds

Prediction and Conclusion

Experts predict that the game may end with the Magic defeating the Heat with a possible score of 121 to 117. The projected outcome favors the Heat to cover the spread, with an inclination for the total points to remain under 241.5.