Orlando Magic vs New Orleans Pelicans Picks and Predictions for Sunday April 5 2026
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The Orlando Magic travel to the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, to take on the New Orleans Pelicans on April 5, 2026, with tip-off scheduled for 7:00 PM. The game will be broadcast on GCSEN and Pelicans.com. At the time of this writing the total was not released. Be sure to check out the latest free NBA picks before placing your wagers.
Magic Aiming to Stay Consistent on the Road
The Orlando Magic come into this game with a 41-36 overall record and have been slightly below .500 on the road with a 17-19 mark. Over their last five games, Orlando has shown a mix of results, recently winning over Dallas, Phoenix, and Sacramento while also recently losing to Atlanta and Toronto. That stretch highlights a team capable of producing offensively but still dealing with some inconsistency.
From a statistical standpoint, Orlando is averaging 115.4 points per game while allowing 115.4 points per contest. They are shooting 46% from the field and pulling down 43.1 rebounds per game. The Magic also average 26.3 assists, along with 4.7 blocks and 8.4 steals per game.
The Magic’s biggest strength lies in their balanced approach. Their scoring output closely matches their defensive numbers, and they contribute across multiple categories including assists and steals. However, allowing over 115 points per game can put pressure on their offense to keep up in higher-scoring matchups. 
Pelicans Searching for Answers at Home
The New Orleans Pelicans enter this matchup with a 25-53 overall record and have struggled at home with a 16-23 record at the Smoothie King Center. Over their last five games, New Orleans has been in a difficult stretch, recently losing to Sacramento, Portland, Houston, Toronto, and Detroit. This losing streak reflects ongoing struggles on both ends of the floor.
Statistically, the Pelicans are averaging 115.0 points per game while allowing 119.4 points per contest. They are shooting 47% from the field and collecting 43.8 rebounds per game. New Orleans also averages 25.2 assists, along with 5.2 blocks and 8.8 steals.
The Pelicans’ biggest issue is their defense. Allowing nearly 120 points per game makes it difficult to compete, even when their offense is producing at a similar level to Orlando. Their inability to consistently get stops has been a key factor in their recent losing streak.
Magic vs Pelicans Picks and Prediction
Magic vs Pelicans Pick
Pick: Orlando Magic
Orlando has the edge in this matchup based on overall record and slightly better defensive numbers. While both teams score at a similar rate, the Magic allow fewer points per game than New Orleans, which gives them an advantage. Combined with the Pelicans’ recent losing streak, Orlando is in a strong position to cover the spread.
| # | Handicapper | Profit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Rob Vinciletti | +2,384.00 |
| 2 |  Nick Parsons | +1,985.00 |
| 3 |  Tom Macrina | +583.00 |
| 4 |  Steve Seagrave | +332.00 |
Magic vs Pelicans Total Pick
Pick: Take the over if the total is set at 230.5
I would lean toward the over in this game because both teams are capable of scoring and both defenses allow a high number of points. With Orlando allowing over 115 points per game and New Orleans giving up nearly 120, this matchup has the potential to turn into a high-scoring contest.
Final Score Prediction: Orlando Magic 118 – New Orleans Pelicans 112
This prediction was written before the completion of game play on Saturday.
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