Magic vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 27 February 2026
Last updated: Feb 26, 2026, 9:10PM | Published: Feb 26, 2026, 2:01PM
The Orlando Magic will face the Houston Rockets in NBA action at Kia Center on Friday, beginning at 11:30am AEDT.
With the likes of Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane and Anthony Black, the Magic are up against a Rockets team that includes Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson.
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Magic vs Rockets game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Friday's Orlando vs Houston NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Rockets a 61% chance of beating the Magic at Kia Center.
Magic vs Rockets: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Kia Center are listed below:
- Head to Head: Magic $2.30, Rockets $1.64
- Line: Magic +3 ($1.91), Rockets -3 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 215 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 $2.30 and the Rockets at $1.64.
The Magic are listed as 3-point underdogs against the Rockets, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Rockets (-3) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 215 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Magic and the Rockets have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 215-point over/under is expected to is also considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Magic vs Rockets: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Houston at $1.64 with Bet365
- Line: Rockets -3 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 215 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Magic vs Rockets betting tips are based on detailed modelling and betting experience to give you the best possible advice around the clock.
Magic vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Magic vs Rockets at Kia Center this Friday is the Rockets winning 109-106.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Orlando vs Houston game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Magic vs Rockets prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting analysis before the Orlando vs Houston match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips for every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Magic vs Rockets: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Magic and Rockets at Kia Center is scheduled to tip off at 11:30am AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Orlando Magic vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Friday 27 February 2026
- Time: 11:30am 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 Houston predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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