Magic vs Pelicans Prediction and NBA Tips - 12 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 11, 2026, 8:10PM | Published: Jan 11, 2026, 10:05AM
The Orlando Magic will face the New Orleans Pelicans in NBA action at Kia Center on Monday, commencing at 7:00am AEDT.
Led by star players Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane and Anthony Black, the Magic are looking to overcome a Pelicans side that includes Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson and Jeremiah Fears.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Magic vs Pelicans game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Monday's Orlando vs New Orleans NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Magic a 70% chance of winning against the Pelicans at Kia Center.
Magic vs Pelicans: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Monday's NBA game at Kia Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Magic $1.37, Pelicans $3.20
- Line: Magic -7.5 ($1.91), Pelicans +7.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 236 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 $1.37 and the Pelicans at $3.20.
The Magic are listed as 7.5-point favourites against the Pelicans, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Pelicans (+7.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 236 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pelicans (+7.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 236-point over/under is expected to stay under 52% of the time.
Magic vs Pelicans: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Orlando at $1.37 with Bet365
- Line: Pelicans +7.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 236 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Magic vs Pelicans best bets are based on market-leading modelling and betting experience to bring you the best possible advice 24/7.
Magic vs Pelicans: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Magic vs Pelicans at Kia Center on Monday is the Magic winning 120-114.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Orlando vs New Orleans game on Monday, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Magic vs Pelicans prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting tips before the Orlando vs New Orleans game.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for the best tips on every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Magic vs Pelicans: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Magic and Pelicans at Kia Center is scheduled to start at 7:00am AEDT on Monday.
- Teams: Orlando Magic vs New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Monday 12 January 2026
- Time: 7:00am AEDT
- Venue: Kia Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Orlando vs New Orleans 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 trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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