Magic vs Hornets Prediction and NBA Tips - 27 December 2025
Last updated: Dec 27, 2025, 12:09AM | Published: Dec 26, 2025, 2:05PM
The Orlando Magic will take on the Charlotte Hornets in NBA action at Kia Center on Saturday, beginning at 11:00am AEDT.
With star players Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane and Anthony Black, the Magic are aiming to beat a Hornets team that includes Miles Bridges, Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Magic vs Hornets game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Orlando vs Charlotte NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Magic a 69% chance of beating the Hornets at Kia Center.
Magic vs Hornets: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at Kia Center are listed below:
- Head to Head: Magic $1.42, Hornets $2.95
- Line: Magic -5.5 ($1.87), Hornets +5.5 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 227.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Magic at $1.42 and the Hornets at $2.95.
The Magic are 5.5-point favourites against the Hornets, with odds of $1.87 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Hornets (+5.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.95.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 227.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the bookies have got it right and both the Magic and the Hornets have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 227.5-point over/under is expected to is also considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Magic vs Hornets: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Orlando at $1.42 with Bet365
- Line: Hornets +5.5 at $1.95 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 227.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Magic vs Hornets betting tips are based on market-leading simulations and wagering intelligence to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
Magic vs Hornets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Magic vs Hornets at Kia Center on Saturday is the Magic winning 116-111.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Orlando vs Charlotte game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Magic vs Hornets prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this article for the latest betting predictions before the Orlando vs Charlotte game.
As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips on every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Magic vs Hornets: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Magic and Hornets at Kia Center is scheduled to begin at 11:00am AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets
- Date: Saturday 27 December 2025
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Kia Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Orlando vs Charlotte predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
If you choose to use our NBA predictions for betting purposes, it's crucial to gamble responsibly and keep track of your money. For free and confidential support, call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.
More on NBA
Stats Insider is your home for betting on the NBA in Australia, with the latest NBA betting news, predictions for every NBA game, and futures probabilities for the NBA.
