Washington Wizards vs Orlando Magic Picks and Prediction for Monday November 2, 2026
Washington Wizards vs. Orlando Magic Game Information
The Washington Wizards will be on the road Monday night for a 7:30 PM ET matchup against the Orlando Magic inside Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. Coverage will be available on NBA League Pass. Washington has split its first six games of the year, coming into Monday following a 16-point victory over Charlotte in its last outing to end a two-game skid. The Orlando Magic stay home Monday night two games below .500 this season, having dropped three of their last five after an 11-point home loss to Boston last time out. Stay in the action with our NBA Picks.
Washington Wizards Preview
The Washington Wizards offense is averaging 110.5 points on 47% shooting from the floor this season. Defensively, Washington is allowing 109.7 points per game this year, though they have given up an average of 114.3 points per game during their three losses this season. Anthony Davis is leading the Washington offense this season, averaging 22.3 points and 9.2 rebounds per game. Trae Young is second on the roster, averaging 20.7 points, and he leads the team, dishing out 10.2 assists per game. Rookie AJ Dybantsa is averaging 18 points per game this season for Washington, though he has played just two games. Kyshawn George is averaging 15.2 points, and Tre Johnson is the fifth player on the roster in double digits, averaging 10.4 points in just over 20 minutes per game.
Offensively, Washington did the work in its last outing, scoring 95 points, including 51 in the first half. Defensively, Washington was fantastic, giving up 79 points on 30% shooting. The Wizards pulled in 52 rebounds and forced 12 turnovers in the game. Anthony Davis led the way for Washington with 25 points and 13 rebounds on 17 shots.
Orlando Magic Preview
The Orlando Magic offense is averaging 109.8 points on 46% shooting from the floor. Defensively, Orlando is allowing 116.7 points per game, and they've given up an average of 117.3 points per game across their last three losses. Franz Wagner is leading the Orlando offense this season, averaging 20.8 points and seven assists per game. Paolo Banchero is averaging 24.5 points, but he has played just twice. Desmond Bane is averaging 17.2 points, and Anthony Black is averaging 14.3 points per game. Wendell Carter Jr. is averaging 14.8 points, and he leads Orlando, pulling in 8.6 rebounds per game.
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Offensively, Orlando struggled in its last outing, scoring just 97 points on 42% shooting and 36% from beyond the arc. Defensively, Orlando was outmatched, giving up 108 points, including 55 in the first half, as Boston shot 44% from the floor.
Washington Wizards vs. Orlando Magic Pick
Washington is the better overall team in this matchup, and it will show from early on Monday night. Look for the Wizards to do the job on both sides of the ball as they overwhelm a bad Orlando team. Take Washington to do the work on the road as they get the win and cover to improve their record above .500.
- Pick: Washington Wizards +1.5
- Secondary: Under 226.5
Final Score Prediction: Washington Wizards win and cover 106-97
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