The Orlando Magic are set to face off against the Boston Celtics in an intriguing Eastern Conference matchup on Friday. Currently, the Magic hold a record of 23-19 but have struggled recently, losing three of their last four games including a significant defeat to the Milwaukee Bucks. In contrast, the Celtics, with a 28-12 record, are also coming off a loss to the Toronto Raptors. Injuries are a concern for Orlando, as key players like Jalen Suggs, Gary Harris, Franz Wagner, and Goga Bitadze will not participate in the game.

Boston enters the contest as 12.5-point favorites, with the total points set at 210.5. The SportsLine Projection Model has analyzed the game through 10,000 simulations, producing substantial betting insights. In their recent past, the model has achieved impressive results, yielding over $10,000 in profits to $100 players betting on top-rated picks. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown lead the Celtics, with Tatum averaging 27.7 points and Brown 23.4 points per game. Meanwhile, the return of Paolo Banchero for the Magic has provided a boost, as he is posting an average of 27.6 points in his appearances this season.