Magic vs. Bucks NBA Preview (4/10/24): Odds, Lineups & Injuries

Written By Editorial Team on April 10, 2024
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The Orlando Magic are scheduled to play against the Milwaukee Bucks on April 10 at 8:00 PM ET. The game will take place at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI, and will be broadcast on WMLW. NBA Betting Odds are set with a point spread of 1.0 in Orlando’s favor and an over/under of 215.5.

Magic vs. Bucks pregame odds

NBA betting odds are leaning on the Magic as small favorites with the news of Giannis Antetokounmpo missing time after last night’s injury. Orlando is in the hunt for the playoffs and would be a game back of the Bucks if they win tonight. Massachusetts sportsbooks have the Magic favored by as much as two points.

  • DraftKingsMagic -1, over/under 215.5
  • FanDuelMagic -1.5, over/under 214.5
  • CaesarsMagic -1, over/under 215.5
  • BetMGMCeltics -1.5, over/under 215.5

Odds are subject to change and may vary between sportsbooks for the Magic vs. Bucks. 

Magic vs. Bucks projected starting lineups April 10

Magic starting lineup tonight

PG: Jalen Suggs
SG: Gary Harris
SF: Franz Wagner (game-time decision)
PF: Paolo Banchero
C: Wendell Carter Jr.

Bucks starting lineup tonight

PG: Damian Lillard
SG: Patrick Beverley
SF: Khris Middleton
PF: Jae Crowder
C: Brook Lopez

Projected lineups and injuries are pulled from Sportsdata.

Magic vs. Bucks injuries tonight

Magic: Franz Wagner is questionable with an ankle injury.

Bucks: Giannis Antetokounmpo suffered a non-contact calf injury against the Celtics and will undergo an MRI. He is not expected to play against Orlando. Khris Middleton and Damian Lillard are set to lead the Bucks’ offense in his absence.

Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight?

Giannis Antetokounmpo will not play in tonight’s game against the Orlando Magic. He suffered a calf injury late in the third quarter against the Celtics and needs further testing.

Team standings & stats for today’s game

Orlando Magic team stats

The Orlando Magic stand at 46-33, ranking fourth in the Eastern Conference and first in the Southeast Division. In their recent matchup against the Houston Rockets, the Magic scored 106 points, shooting 45.3% FG and 29.2% from the three-point line. Season stats for the Magic are as follows:

  • PPG: 110.5
  • Points Allowed: 108.4
  • Rebounds: 42.4
  • Assists: 24.7
  • FG%: 47.7
  • 3PT%: 35.3

Milwaukee Bucks team stats

The Milwaukee Bucks, with a record of 48-31, are currently second in the Eastern Conference and lead the Central Division. Their performance in the last game against the Boston Celtics showcased a solid defensive effort, limiting the Celtics to 91 points on 39.8% FG and 32.7% 3PT. Here are the Bucks’ season stats:

  • PPG: 119.5
  • Points Allowed: 116.5
  • Rebounds: 44.3
  • Assists: 26.7
  • FG%: 48.8
  • 3PT%: 37.4

Player Stats for Magic vs. Bucks

Orlando Magic leaders

In their recent away game against the Rockets, Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs both scored 21 points, showcasing the young talent on the Orlando Magic roster:

  • Paolo Banchero (PF): 21 PTS, 7 RBS, 6 ASTS
  • Jalen Suggs (SG): 21 PTS, 2 RBS, 4 ASTS
  • Markelle Fultz (PG): 18 PTS, 4 RBS, 2 ASTS
  • Moritz Wagner (C): 12 PTS, 5 RBS, 1 AST
  • Jonathan Isaac (PF): 10 PTS, 8 RBS, 1 AST

Paolo Banchero continues to lead this Magic team in the thick of the Eastern Conference with 22.5 points per game. The rest of the Magic season leaders are as follows:

  • Paolo Banchero: 22.5 PPG, 6.8 RPG, 5.3 APG
  • Franz Wagner: 19.6 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 3.8 APG
  • Cole Anthony: 11.5 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 2.9 APG
  • Jalen Suggs: 12.5 PPG, 3.1 RPG, 2.8 APG
  • Moritz Wagner: 10.8 PPG, 4.4 RPG, 1.2 APG

Milwaukee Bucks leaders

The Bucks showcased a balanced team effort in their recent home game against the Celtics. Patrick Beverley led the scoring with a double-double, with Giannis leaving late in the game.

  • Patrick Beverley (PG): 20 PTS, 10 RBS, 3 ASTS
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo (PF): 15 PTS, 8 RBS, 7 ASTS
  • Brook Lopez (C): 15 PTS, 6 RBS, 0 ASTS
  • Bobby Portis (PF): 15 PTS, 10 RBS, 2 ASTS
  • Khris Middleton (SF): 12 PTS, 6 RBS, 9 ASTS

Throughout the NBA season, the Bucks have been led by Giannis Antetokounmpo’s impressive performance. Damian Lillard and Khris Middleton will need to take things over:

  • Giannis Antetokounmpo: 30.4 PPG, 11.5 RPG, 6.5 APG
  • Damian Lillard: 24.4 PPG, 4.4 RPG, 7.0 APG
  • Bobby Portis: 13.7 PPG, 7.3 RPG, 1.2 APG
  • Brook Lopez: 12.5 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 1.6 APG
  • Khris Middleton: 15.0 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 5.3 APG
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