The NBA regular season is underway, and the Orlando Magic will visit the Utah Jazz at Delta Center. The game is set for Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 9:00 PM. Fans can tune in to WRDQ to catch the action.
Orlando Magic, with a record of 3-7, will look to improve their standings in the Eastern Conference. They recently won against the Sacramento Kings, breaking a losing streak. Coach Sean Sweeney aims to build on this momentum.
Utah Jazz, with a 1-10 record, are struggling in the Western Conference. Their latest outing saw a narrow loss to the Miami Heat. Coach Will Hardy will be eager to turn things around at home.
The game odds favor the Magic with a spread of -4.5. The Jazz are the underdogs with a spread of +4.5. Both teams aim to use this game to adjust their early-season trajectories.
Jazz vs Magic At a Glance
- Game Date & Time: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 9:00 PM
- Venue: Delta Center
- TV Channel: WRDQ
- Orlando Magic Record: 3-7
- Utah Jazz Record: 1-10
- Game Odds: Magic favored with a -4.5 spread
The Utah Jazz: Gearing Up for the Home Game
Offensive Overview
The Utah Jazz average 106.5 points per game, ranking them 28th in the league. Their field goal percentage stands at 43.5%, placing them 25th overall.
From beyond the arc, the Jazz make 11.6 three-pointers per game on 32.8% shooting. Their effectiveness in free throws is 76.0%, ranking 21st.
Defensive Analysis
On defense, the Jazz allow 117.6 points per game, ranking 23rd. However, they excel in steals, averaging 7.0 per game, which is 3rd in the league.
Their opponents' field goal percentage is limited to 44.9%, ranking them 10th in defensive field goal percentage. They also allow 12.2 three-pointers per game.
Recent Performances
In their last game against the Miami Heat, the Jazz lost by 6 points with a score of 109-115. Darryn Peterson scored 25 points, leading the team.
Previous games against the Timberwolves and Mavericks also resulted in losses. Darryn Peterson and Keyonte George were notable performers in those games.
Injury Concerns
The Jazz face injury challenges with Jusuf Nurkić and Jaren Jackson Jr. both out. Keyonte George and Lauri Markkanen are listed as questionable.
These injuries impact the team's depth, especially in the frontcourt and backcourt positions. Their availability will be a game-time decision.
Betting Trends
- The Jazz are 1-10 straight up in all games this season.
- They are 2-9 against the spread in all games.
- In their last 10 games, they have gone over the total in 2 games.
- As favorites, they have won 1 out of 1 game this season.
- As underdogs, they have not won any of their 10 games.
Orlando Magic: Unveiling the Magic in This Game
Offensive Overview
The Orlando Magic have averaged 107 points per game, ranking them 26th in the league. Their field goal percentage stands at 44.5%, placing them 23rd overall.
The Magic shoot a notable number of three-pointers, attempting 39.7 per game, which ranks them 12th. However, their success rate from beyond the arc is 33.5%, ranking 23rd in the league.
Defensive Dynamics
Defensively, the Magic allow 114.6 points per game, ranking 18th. They excel in blocking shots, averaging 3.9 blocks per game, ranking 3rd in the league.
However, opponents have a high three-point shooting success rate of 38.7% against the Magic, which ranks them 27th in terms of three-point defense.
Key Players
Franz Wagner is a standout player, averaging 22 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 8.6 assists per game. His all-around game makes him a key player for the Magic.
Anthony Black has been a strong performer with 17.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game. He contributes significantly in both scoring and playmaking.
Injury Impact
The Magic will miss Paolo Banchero, who is out with a high ankle sprain. His absence will be felt as he averages 24.5 points per game.
Jalen Suggs is also out due to a knee injury, affecting the team's depth at the shooting guard position.
Betting Trends
- The Magic have a 1-2 record in their last three games straight up.
- They are 2-1 against the spread in their last three games.
- The over/under record for their last three games is 1-2.
Jazz vs Magic Prediction: Jazz +4.5
The Utah Jazz are 1-10 this season and have struggled both at home and on the road. However, they have a strong head-to-head record against the Magic, with the last 10 games averaging a 3-point margin in their favor. This suggests they can keep the game close.
Orlando Magic have a 3-7 record and are 3-3 away. They are favored by 4.5 points, but they have not shown consistency as favorites, with only a 1-3 record against the spread when favored.
Looking at the betting trends, the Jazz have only covered the spread twice in 11 games. Despite this, their ability to play tight games against the Magic gives them a chance to cover the spread here.
Utah's home performance has been poor, but their past matchups with Orlando indicate they can cover the +4.5 spread. Expect a close game with a final score prediction of Jazz 112 - Magic 109.
- Jazz vs Magic Prediction: Jazz +4.5
- Jazz vs Magic Score: Jazz 112 - Magic 109
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