The Orlando Magic host the surging LA Clippers tonight in what could be a defensive slugfest between two of the NBA's stingiest units, with Orlando giving up a league-best 106 points per game while the Clippers boast the second-best defensive rating in the association.

The possible absence of Kawhi Leonard (knee) could shift momentum toward the Magic, who demolished Sacramento by 30 points in their last outing behind Paolo Banchero's consistent offensive production and Franz Wagner's efficiency.

With both squads showing recent offensive improvement – the Clippers averaging 121.3 points over their last ten games and Orlando finding rhythm after putting up 121 against the Kings – expect fireworks when the Orlando Magic face off against the Los Angeles Clippers at a charged-up Kia Center.

Orlando Magic vs. Los Angeles Clippers prediction: who will win?

For tonight's Orlando Magic vs Los Angeles Clippers matchup, our predictive model gives the Clippers a 60.5% chance of defeating the Magic.

Los Angeles Clippers: 60.5% win probability

  • Superior offensive efficiency (8316 points scored in 74 games)
  • Better defensive record (8041 points allowed vs Magic's 7937 in more games)
  • Higher win percentage (42 wins in 74 games compared to Magic's 36 wins in 75 games)

Orlando Magic: 39.5% win probability

  • Struggling offense (7884 points scored, lowest among playoff teams)
  • Inconsistent scoring (104.8 points per game, ranking near bottom of the league)
  • Weaker overall record (36-39 vs Clippers' 42-32, despite playing in the less competitive Eastern Conference)

At Sporting Post, our unique prediction model brings together insights from top NBA experts. Instead of searching through countless expert analyses online, you can rely on our predictions to capture the market's overall sentiment. We scan trusted sources, analyzing expert picks, data, and trends, while our AI assigns a confidence level to each prediction. These confidence levels are then averaged to generate an 'expert opinion' win probability—providing a data-driven reflection of the collective intelligence of the industry's leading NBA analysts.

Orlando Magic vs. Los Angeles Clippers odds

Here are the latest odds for the NBA matchup between the Orlando Magic (home) and Los Angeles Clippers (away) on Monday, March 31.

Orlando MagicLos Angeles Clippers
Moneyline+135 (via Caesars Sportsbook)-146 (via FanDuel Sportsbook)

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Orlando Magic vs. Los Angeles Clippers preview

The red-hot Clippers roll into Orlando's Kia Center Monday night riding a remarkable 10-3 stretch over their last 13 games, despite coming off a tough loss to Cleveland that should have them hungry for redemption.

LA's dynamic backcourt tandem of James Harden (22.5 PPG, 8.6 APG) and Norman Powell (fresh off a 34-point explosion against the Cavs) presents a serious challenge for Orlando's league-leading defense that allows just 106 points per game.

The Magic, winners in seven of their last eleven contests, demolished Sacramento 121-91 on Saturday behind Paolo Banchero's stellar 24-point performance and a sizzling team shooting night from beyond the arc (18-39).

While both squads boast elite defensive ratings (Clippers 2nd, Magic 3rd), their recent offensive surges suggest this matchup might exceed the modest 212-point total oddsmakers have set.

LA will need to overcome both fatigue on zero days' rest and the absence of superstar Kawhi Leonard, who's been ruled out alongside Amir Coffey.

Orlando faces its own injury challenges with Jalen Suggs and Cole Anthony sidelined, yet the Franz Wagner-Banchero tandem has been clicking lately, with Wagner contributing 21 points on efficient 8-of-12 shooting in their last outing.

The teams' November meeting saw LA handle Orlando 104-93, but the Magic's home-court advantage and the Clippers' back-to-back situation could flip the script this time around.

Keep an eye on Ivica Zubac, who's quietly putting together a monster season (16.5 PPG, 12.5 RPG) and will battle with Orlando's Wendell Carter Jr. in what promises to be a physical interior matchup.

Key stats

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    Orlando Magic (8th in East) has a better recent form than the Clippers with 'WLWWW' compared to Clippers' 'LWWLW'
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    LA Clippers (8th in West) have a better defensive record, allowing 8041 points against compared to Orlando's 7937
  • 3
    Magic have a positive point differential (+53) while the Clippers have a more substantial advantage (+275)
  • 4
    Both teams occupy the 8th seed in their respective conferences, with identical win totals (36 for Orlando, 42 for LA) despite Magic playing one more game

Orlando Magic vs. Los Angeles Clippers form

Orlando Magic
Orlando Magic
Latest matches
W
L
W
W
W
Victories
4/5 (80%)
Defeats
1/5 (20%)
Mar 29, 2025
Sacramento Kings91:121Orlando Magic
Mar 27, 2025
Dallas Mavericks101:92Orlando Magic
Mar 25, 2025
Charlotte Bobcats104:111Orlando Magic
Mar 24, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers106:118Orlando Magic
Mar 21, 2025
Washington Wizards105:120Orlando Magic
Los Angeles Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers
Latest matches
L
W
W
L
W
Victories
3/5 (60%)
Defeats
2/5 (40%)
Mar 30, 2025
Cleveland Cavaliers127:122Los Angeles Clippers
Mar 28, 2025
Brooklyn Nets100:132Los Angeles Clippers
Mar 26, 2025
New York Knicks113:126Los Angeles Clippers
Mar 24, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder103:101Los Angeles Clippers
Mar 22, 2025
Memphis Grizzlies108:128Los Angeles Clippers

Orlando Magic vs. Los Angeles Clippers head to head

Orlando Magic

80%

Los Angeles Clippers

20%

Mar 31, 2025

Orlando Magic

0 : 0

Los Angeles Clippers

Nov 21, 2024

Los Angeles Clippers

104 : 93

Orlando Magic

Mar 29, 2024

Orlando Magic

97 : 100

Los Angeles Clippers

Nov 1, 2023

Los Angeles Clippers

118 : 102

Orlando Magic

Mar 18, 2023

Los Angeles Clippers

108 : 113

Orlando Magic

Dec 8, 2022

Orlando Magic

116 : 111

Los Angeles Clippers