Orlando Magic vs. Philadelphia 76ers Prediction & Picks (November 25, 2025)
The Orlando Magic and Philadelphia 76ers face off in a tense Eastern Conference clash on Tuesday evening, with the visiting Magic coming into town as light 1.5-point favorites.
Philly is expected to be severely undermanned for this tilt, but center Joel Embiid is tentatively expected to be available. Orlando will miss a few players as well, with the continued hole being left by Paolo Banchero felt the most.
This showdown could go down to the wire, while the 227.5 total suggests this one could turn into a bit of a shootout. It’s a tough game to gauge at first glance, but it could also be a great spot for value for willing bettors.
Looking for an edge in this game, but aren’t sure how to bet? I’ll look at the latest odds and key matchups before pointing you to my best bets and ultimate Magic vs. 76ers prediction.
Game Details
- Matchup: Orlando Magic (10-8) vs. Philadelphia 76ers (9-7)
- Date & Time: Tuesday, November 25th, at 7:00 pm CT
- Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, PA
- How to Watch: The game will be broadcast on NBC.
Early Season Performance & Trends
Orlando Magic
The Orlando Magic are just 10-8 through 18 games, but they’re actually in fantastic form despite not having star forward Paolo Banchero lately. The Magic got off to an ugly 1-4 start, but have been on fire ever since, going 9-4 over their last 13 contests.
Orlando is down some key bodies for this road tilt, but they’ve been a fun team on the year. A year ago, they were slower and relied on their strong defense, but this season, they have pushed the pace more frequently and are hanging around the middle of the pack in scoring.
At full strength, this team has Banchero and Franz Wagner to turn to, while Orlando is still a solid team on the other end of the floor. Their balance and ability to get the job done in transition make them a tough out no matter who they run into.
Philadelphia 76ers
We don’t really know who the Sixers are yet, as they have not consistently fielded a healthy roster in 2025-26. Joel Embiid has been in and out of the lineup, while Paul George has only appeared in three games so far.
Naturally, the Sixers have been far from reliable, with a mediocre 9-7 record through their first 16 contests. They got off to a surprising 4-0 start, but have struggled since, going just 5-7 over their last 12 games.
Philly is a long-term consideration for bettors, as they definitely have star talent to rely on, but we’ll need to wait to find out just how good they can all be together.
As things stand, the Sixers turn to star guard Tyrese Maxey quite a bit, and their prospects depend on whether his shot is falling from game to game. He does get help from rookie swingman VJ Edgecombe and the likes of Quentin Grimes and Kelly Oubre Jr., but this team currently lacks the balance or cohesiveness of a legit title contender.
Head‑to‑Head / Historical Context
Orlando and Philadelphia have gone up against each other 137 times during the regular season, with the Magic owning a 83-54 edge in the series.
Philadelphia won the only meeting this year in a wild 136-124 shootout, but that game featured four starters that won’t be on hand for this game.
Orlando had the upper hand in the season series last year (3-1), with most of the games being low-scoring, defensive battles.
Key Matchup Breakdown
Orlando’s offense has gone through Banchero (23.6 ppg) and Wagner (23 ppg), with the latter being the driving force with so many injuries to the roster.
Overall, Wagner spearheads a capable offense that gets out and runs and wants to score in transition. That’s led to the third-most fastbreak points in the league per game, while Orlando is aggressive at working the ball inside (11th in points in the paint) and getting to the free throw line (1st in made free throws per game).
The Magic are not typically a team that is going to put up a lot of three-pointers (or make a lot), but they have a passable three-point conversion rate. The downside is that Orlando reverts to a lot of isolation ball when they can’t score in transition, and their poor outside shooting can cause their offense to stall.
The Sixers are dissimilar to Orlando in that they do not want to play fast, but are still very effective on the break. Philadelphia comes in with the 8th most fastbreak points per game, but unlike the Magic, they can explode from long range.
Philly does a better job of sharing the rock and finding open shooters, as they rank 15th in three-point attempts per game, 10th in three-point makers, and 8th in three-point shooting percentage.
This offense is currently built around Tyrese Maxey, who is responsible for a ton of usage and puts up 33 points per game. He’s also responsible for a lot of the playmaking, as he’s dishing out almost eight dimes per contest.
It’s Maxey or bust with this offense – even more than usual – as sharpshooter Kelly Oubre Jr. will not be on hand for this game. Without his usual shooters around him, Maxey may need to force the issue more than usual on offense.
Neither of these teams are elite defensively, but Philly has exhibited a slower pace that has helped them stay near the middle of the pack (16th) in defensive efficiency.
The Sixers have been horrific at stopping opponents in transition, but they are doing a solid job of defending the perimeter and keeping opponents off the free-throw line. Not having Joel Embiid on hand consistently has hurt their rebounding and interior defense, but both should be improved if he can suit up.
Orlando is typically known for their defense, but they have not been scary down low and they are also getting burned on the break. They have been incredibly good at defending the long ball, however, and they also rank inside the top-10 in steals per game.
- Philly’s outside shooting vs. Orlando’s perimeter defense: This is the matchup to watch, as the 76ers rely on the outside shot a good deal (10th most three-point makes per game), but the Magic are allowing just 11.8 made threes per contest (3rd fewest in all of basketball).
- On the Break: Both teams are very good in transition on offense, yet terrible at stopping the opposition on the break. There’s a decent chance this game plays faster than Philly’s usual pace, and we see a lot of easy buckets. The team that executes better on the break could enjoy a massive edge.
- Tyrese Maxey vs. Orlando’s defense: Maxey doesn’t have the same support on the outside as he’s used to, and he will have to contend with a feisty on-ball defender in Jalen Suggs. How successful he is at overcoming Suggs could play a huge hand in deciding the outcome.
There are a bunch of injuries on both sides of this game, having both teams entering the night at far less than 100%.
Philly will be without key shooters in VJ Edgecombe and Kelly Oubre Jr, but could get back big man Joel Embiid.
Orlando is still without Paolo Banchero, but should be getting back Jalen Suggs and Wendell Carter Jr. after they miss the last game.
Betting Odds & Market Interpretation
Check out the latest Magic vs. 76ers betting odds at ESPN BET:
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
Magic | -1.5 (-110) | -130 | Over 228.5 (-110) |
76ers | +1.5 (-110) | +110 | Under 228.5 (-110) |
The odds for this game are tight due to the absurd amount of injuries. With both teams severely depleted, it’s a bit odd to see Philly still being the underdogs at home. That pricing could indicate that Embiid will, in fact, not play.
The game total suggests we’re in for a decent amount of points. It’s going to be tough to gauge, though, as Orlando has been playing slower lately and Philly is bottom-5 in pace on the season.
From a Bettor’s Lens
The injuries are a wash, and considering Philly is the deeper team, the Sixers stand out as the clear value. It’s a bit weird that they are available at plus money at home, all things considered.
The pace of play could mess with things, but this game’s total does feel low at first glance. Both teams are piling up points on the break, and neither defense is scary. I wouldn’t be shocked if both teams ended up playing faster than usual and got a lot of easy buckets with no true enforcers in the paint.
Situational Considerations
The Magic (3-5) have struggled on the road this year, but the 76ers (5-4) haven’t exactly been amazing at home.
Philly has really missed Joel Embiid when he’s been out of the lineup. Per Statmuse.com, they are 4-2 with Embiid and just 5-5 without him.
Best Bets & Confidence Levels
| Bet | Rationale | Confidence Level |
|---|---|---|
76ers +100 | I like the Sixers, whether Embiid suits up or not. If he’s active, he could feast on a banged-up Orlando squad. If he’s out, Philly still looks like a screaming value at home. | 7/10 |
Over 228.5 (-110) | The injuries are going to sap both of these defenses, and we could see these teams play faster than usual. Each of Philly’s last four games have gone over this mark, for what it’s worth. | 7/10 |
Prop Play – Tyrese Maxey Over 31+ Points (-119) | Maxey seems to get his nightly, with or without Embiid. He popped off for 54 points two games ago and has put up 31+ points in nine different games this year. | 7/10 |
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Final Score Prediction & Closing Thoughts
Final Score Prediction: 76ers 120, Magic 116
My main 76ers vs. Magic prediction is that Philly is going to win. They offer way too much value at home in this spot. Orlando hasn’t been amazing on the road, while they are down some important pieces.
Philly will also be missing some major role players, but they should have the upper hand even if they opt to give Embiid the night off. If he plays, it’s game over, and Philly is the biggest value smash of the entire slate.
Given the lack of viable defenders on both sides, I smell a shootout. Philly games keep getting there, and with a boost in pace of play and a decline in defensive aptitude, this game should be no different.
Maxey should crush in this spot as well. Jalen Suggs should give him problems, but Maxey’s usage and sheer volume will allow him to rack up points.
