The Orlando Magic aim to break out of their offensive slump as they prepare to meet the New Orleans Pelicans on their ongoing five-game road trip. With recent struggles on offense, the Magic's matchup with a defensively weak Pelicans team positions them for an underwhelming scoring night, making the under bet on an alternative total appealing. The Magic have been trending towards unders this season, especially on the road, achieving a 12-2 mark when favored.

The Pelicans possess the league's worst defensive rating, yet their previous home games have seen them significantly lower their scoring output. In their last encounter against the Magic, the two teams combined for just 203 points, suggesting a similar outcome could unfold again. In the prop market, Trey Murphy III and Wendell Carter Jr. present great opportunities for bettors, with Murphy's shooting performance likely to thrive against Orlando's defense.