<p>The second game will be played following a day's break, but both will want to enter that one on the back of a victory in this one.</p> <p>With both having star players questionable for this game, how can this impact the betting value that may be on offer in this game?</p> <p>Read our Magic vs Bucks betting predictions to find out our thoughts…</p> <h2>Quick Picks</h2> <p><strong>Our pick:</strong> Bucks to win</p> <p><strong>Value bet:</strong> Bucks to win by 1-10 points</p> <p><strong>Long shot:</strong> Magic to cover the handicap</p> <h2>Betting Preview</h2> <p>Neither team has had the best of seasons on paper, but the Magic will be happier than their counterparts to this point.</p> <p>Orlando have had to deal with injuries to key players, including <strong>Franz Wagner</strong>, who could miss this upcoming encounter with a troublesome ankle injury. The Magic (as of writing) are 25-24 on the season, but will have played the Brooklyn Nets and Utah Jazz by the time the first game with the Bucks comes around; that could mean two more wins based on league standings.</p> <p>Still, when it comes to playing at home, they've been strong. They are 14-8, going 17-17 against Conference teams.</p> <p>The Milwaukee Bucks have had a torrid campaign. Speculation continues to surround<strong> Giannis Antetokounmpo's </strong>future, while he has been dealing with a calf injury that could keep him out of this game.</p> <p>The Bucks are 20-29 for the season, and have a game against the Indiana Pacers to contend with first. If they win that, it will improve their Conference record to 16-17. However, their form on the road is what is the huge concern in this one. The Bucks are 9-17 as the visitors.</p> <h2>Betting Markets to Watch</h2> <p>Given Orlando's strong home form, combined with the Bucks' poor road performances, regular-season form suggests the Magic are more likely to win this encounter.</p> <p>However, the Bucks tend to enjoy this matchup. Over the last 25 meetings, they've won 21. On the road, they've had 10 victories in Florida. It's why there is likely to be potential betting value across the board for this game. If you're new to <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/punter-iq/guide/how-to-bet-on-the-nba">how to bet on the NBA</a>, this matchup offers a good example of why head-to-head records matter.</p> <p>The last five have been in favour of the Bucks, but only just. They hold a 3-2 lead, with a mixture of scores:</p> <ul> <li>Mar 2025: Bucks 109-111 Magic</li> <li>Jan 2025: Bucks 122-93 Magic</li> <li>Jan 2025: Magic 106-109 Bucks</li> <li>Dec 2024: Bucks 114-109 Magic</li> <li>Apr 2024: Magic 113-88 Bucks</li> </ul> <h2>Our Prediction</h2> <p>Check the latest <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/basketball-us/nba">NBA betting odds</a> at Sportsbet.</p> <p>Our betting prediction for this game is that the <strong>Bucks win this game. </strong>We think they'll be considered the underdog in this game, which is why we think there's value in going for them in this one. They have a strong H2H record against the Magic, despite their poor form.</p> <p>We think the <strong>Big Win Little Win market</strong> could be worth exploring for additional value. With key players questionable, we think the <strong>Bucks to win by 1-10 points</strong> offers potential returns. For more insights on upcoming games, check out our <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/tips">NBA tips and predictions</a>.</p> <h2>Keep Reading</h2> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/nba-news/nba-positions-explained-basketball-roles">Point guard to centre — every position on the court explained</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/nba-news/nba-overtime-rules-explained">What happens when 48 minutes isn't enough?</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/nba-news/how-to-stream-the-nba">How to catch NBA games from Australia without missing a tip-off</a></li> </ul>