Will Orlando’s black streak continue?
With Orlando and Washington, a basement duel in the Eastern Conference takes place. The home side are second from last and the visitors are two places higher.
Machinistically, both teams could still clinch a spot for the play-in tournament, but realistically, the chance is only for the visiting Capitals.
Orlando Magic – Statistics & current form
Magic has a winning percentage of around 40 percent. With this yield, the franchise from Florida has certainly remained below their own expectations. While the roster has plenty of talent with players like last draft’s first pick, Paolo Banchero, it may not be enough for the postseason, as described.
The men from the Away Center are also not strong at home: as one of four teams in the Eastern Conference, the home side has a negative record on home soil – 16 wins and 19 losses.
Washington Wizards – statistics & current form
The Wizards have lost five of their last six games. However, this meagre record can be put into perspective, since it was mostly against top teams such as the currently still particularly strong Sixers or the third in the West from Sacramento.
Personnel-wise, the visitors can draw from a wide range: Key players such as the powerful centre Kristaps Porzingis or the scoring guard Bradley Beal are all available. In addition, the Wizards build on the statistics for this pairing in the recent past: DC is undefeated for seven duels with Orlando!
Orlando Magic – Washington Wizards Tip
In the game between Orlando Magic and Washington Wizards on 22/03/2023, the betting and odds on an away win are worth considering. The squad of the guests is individually superior compared to the possibilities of the home side. On top of that, the Wizards will be more motivated as, unlike the hosts, they are still in serious contention for a place in the play-in tournament in the East.
Moreover, the statistics favour an away win: the visitors have won the last seven meetings with Magic. Furthermore, Orlando is not strong at home. Only Charlotte and Detroit have a lower home winning percentage in the East
