Game Date: 04/09/2025 7:10 PM EST

Line: Celtics 209.5o at Magic -4

The Story:

The Boston Celtics (59-20), likely locked into the #2 seed in the Eastern Conference, visit the Orlando Magic (39-40) who are desperately trying to hold onto the seventh seed. This game is far more important for the Magic, who are trying to avoid the play-in tournament.

Celtics Outlook:

The Celtics have had a dominant regular season. With their playoff position essentially secured, it is likely the Celtics will be resting key players or limiting their minutes in preparation for a deep playoff run. Recent results show they crushed the Magic earlier in the year even at full strength.

Magic Outlook:

The Magic are in a dogfight for playoff positioning. They need every win they can get to stay out of the play-in. Their urgency should be extremely high, and they’ll be relying on their home-court advantage to help them secure a crucial victory.

Prediction:

Considering the Celtics’ likely resting of starters and the Magic’s desperation to secure a playoff spot, the Magic covering the -4 spread seems like the most probable outcome. The total of 209.5 is a bit trickier to predict given the potential for a slower-paced game if Celtics rest players. It’s more likely to go under.

Pick: Magic -4 and Under 209.5

Sources:
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