Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks Prediction and Preview - Nov. 12 | 2025-26 NBA Season

The New York Knicks are nearing the end of their seven-game homestand and will host the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. The clash at Madison Square Garden marks the first of three meetings between the two Eastern Conference teams in the 2025-2026 regular season.

Orlando Magic vs. New York Knicks Preview, Odds, Betting Tips and Prediction

The Magic-Knicks clash is set to tip off at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PT). The live telecast will be available on ESPN, MSG and FDSFL. Fans can watch the contest via livestream on NBA League Pass (restrictions may apply).

Moneyline: Magic (+141) vs Knicks (-168)

Odds: Magic (+3.5 -105) vs Knicks (-3.5 -115)

Total (O/U): Magic (o228.5 -105) vs Knicks (u228.5 -110)

Editor’s Note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed are based on available information at the time of publication.

Orlando Magic vs. New York Knicks Preview

The Orlando Magic had a rough start to the season, dropping four of their first five games. Since then, they’ve managed to turn things around. Backed by Paolo Banchero, who has averaged 23.5 points, 8.8 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game during this stretch, the team has gone on a 4-2 run.

The New York Knicks, meanwhile, have been perfect since the beginning of November. Over the past two weeks, they’ve secured five straight wins.

Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns have been at the heart of that success, combining for 47.9 ppg, 16.1 rpg and 9.3 apg.

Orlando Magic vs. New York Knicks Predicted Starting 5s

Magic starting 5

G: Jalen Suggs | G: Desmond Bane | F: Franz Wagner| F: Paolo Banchero | C: Wendell Carter Jr.

Knicks starting 5

G: Jalen Brunson | G: Mikal Bridges | F: OG Anunoby | F: Karl Anthony Towns | C: Mitchell Robinson

Orlando Magic vs. New York Knicks betting tips

• Desmond Bane O/U 16.5 points - Take the over
• Karl-Anthony Towns O/U 21.5 points - Take the under
• Paolo Banchero O/U 7.5 rebounds - Take the over
• Jalen Brunson O/U 6.5 assists - Take the over

Orlando Magic vs. New York Knicks Prediction

The Orlando Magic finally have a balanced lineup featuring their core trio of Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Desmond Bane. Even with all three players healthy and on the court, beating the Knicks during their current hot streak will be a tough ask.

Prediction: Expect the Knicks to win by nine points.