NBA Odds: Warriors-Magic prediction, odds and pick

Golden State Warriors (3-5) take on the Orlando Magic (1-7) in an inter-conference matchup. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 pm ET. Golden State has struggled recently, losing three consecutive games. Orlando has been one of the bottom teams in the league. Last year, Golden state won their home game by 31 points and Orlando won theirs by four.

Golden State Warriors are struggling on the defensive end, but they have one of the most potent offenses in the league. They rank fourth in points per game and 16th in adjusted offensive efficiency. Steph Curry is the team's only bright spot, he's averaging 30 points, 6.5 assists, 7. 5 rebounds, and 1.4 steals. He's also shooting 47% from three against Orlando. The Magic have good young players, they could outlast a one-man show from Golden State. Last year, Jordan Poole and Andrew Wiggins stepped up against the Magic.

Orlando is 29th in scoring and 27th on the offensive side of the ball. They are 12th for fewest points allowed and 13th with adjusted offensive efficiency. The Magic excel on rebounds with a plus-3.8 rebounding differential. Paolo Banchero leads the team and all rookies in points (21.7 PPG) and rebounds (7.6 RPG) but he's still a rookie. Franz Wagner has been playing well for the Magic.

Golden State Warriors are playing against the Magic. Golden State has been poor recently.

Orlando Magic are favored to beat Golden State Warriors.