The Portland Trail Blazers will take on the Orlando Magic Monday night in an exciting NBA matchup at the Kia Center. Both teams are looking to improve their standing as they hit the court in Orlando.
The game is set for 4 p.m. on November 10, and fans can catch the action on Rip City Radio (KPOJ 620 AM) or on television via KUNP and NBA TV. For those without cable, the game can be streamed live or accessed on-demand through BlazerVision for an annual fee of $120.
In terms of betting, current odds from Oregon Lottery/DraftKings show the moneyline at POR +110 and ORL -130, with the Magic favored by 2.5 points. The over/under for the game stands at 235.5.
This matchup follows a challenging game for the Blazers, who lost 136-131 against the Miami Heat in their last outing. In that high-scoring contest, Deni Avdija shone, recording 33 points, 11 rebounds, and 8 assists, while Jrue Holiday added a nearly triple-double with 18 points, 13 assists, and 9 rebounds. The loss brought the Blazers’ road record to 2-2, and they will be keen to bounce back.
Avdija has been a standout player for the Blazers this season, averaging 25.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game, reflecting a significant increase in his production compared to last season. His scoring average places him 12th in the NBA, highlighting his importance to the team’s offense.
The Magic have had a mixed start to their season but are coming off a tough 111-107 loss to the Boston Celtics. They are the fourth consecutive Portland opponent to finish a back-to-back set, a factor that could affect their performance. However, they have managed to win three of their last five games after an early four-game losing streak. Key players for the Magic include Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, who are both ranked among the top scorers in the league.
In terms of injuries, the Blazers will be without several key players including Scoot Henderson, Damian Lillard, Matisse Thybulle, and Blake Wesley. The Magic will be missing Moritz Wagner and Jalen Suggs due to injury management.
Looking ahead, the Blazers’ next game will be against the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday at the Smoothie King Center, where they will continue their five-game road trip.
With both teams eager to secure a win, fans can expect an intense battle on the court. The matchup presents a chance for the Blazers to regain momentum and for the Magic to continue their resurgence.