New York vs Orlando Prediction: the Visitors Can Boast Their Defense

Prediction for the NBA match between New York vs Orlando, which will take place on December 4th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the teams' conditions! Several betting options are available.

The Knicks played their last game at home against New Orleans, the worst team in the Western Conference and the worst offense this season. The Pelicans also lacked Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram, and New York had no trouble at all. Tom Thibodeau's side were held to just 28 points in the first half en route to a 118-85 victory. Mikal Bridges was the most productive for the Knicks with 31 points and seven three-pointers.

The Knicks are now 12-8 on the season, sitting 2.5 wins clear of the seventh and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

The Magic will play their third game in a row in New York. Jamal Mosley's side won the previous two games in Brooklyn by 123-100 and 100-92 - Orlando has already won six matches in a row. Their overall record is 12-7. The Magic are third in the Eastern Conference standings, 3.5 wins behind first place and 4.5 wins ahead of seventh.

It should also be noted that Orlando leads the league regarding defensive rating. The Magic are only conceding an average of 102.3 points per game. In the modern NBA, that is a phenomenal figure. By comparison, the second team in the rankings, Oklahoma, concedes almost two more - 104.0 points per game.

Orlando and New York are worthy opponents. With that in mind, we don't see how the Knicks are such favorites for the upcoming game. Let's take the handicap for the Magic, who have won their last six matches. Jamal Mosley's team won't be able to count on Paolo Banquero, but the Magic aren't dependent on one player. We can also take TU points, as Orlando currently sits at the top of the defense rating. Another option is the TU of accurate three-point attempts.