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NBA, round 0

Fri, Jan 8 at 5:00 pm
Fri, Jan 8 at 5:00 pm (Friday, January 8)Smoothie King CenterAll Apple Valley sports
Game preview1/8 - 8:00 PM ESTGCSEN · Pelicans.comPlay by play
Preview

Magic at Pelicans, Friday 5:00 pm

The New Orleans Pelicans (4-10) host the Orlando Magic (5-7) Friday at 5:00 pm at Smoothie King Center, on GCSEN and Pelicans.com.

ESPN's matchup predictor gives the Magic a 61% chance to win.

The Pelicans have won 0 of their last 5 and come in on a 5-game losing streak. The Magic have won 3 of their last 5. Season series: Series starts 1/8.

The Pelicans list 5 players as out or doubtful, including Bennedict Mathurin (G). The Magic list 4 players as out or doubtful, including Jonathan Isaac (F).

Written automatically from the game data. Every number comes straight from the game feed.

Who wins?

Make your pick before kickoff. Apple Valley fans only, one vote each.

Top performers

#22
ORL · PointsFranz Wagner F24.4
#22
ORL · AssistsFranz Wagner F8.2
#34
ORL · ReboundsWendell Carter Jr. C9.3
#1
NO · PointsZion Williamson F21.9
#0
NO · AssistsJeremiah Fears G5.2
#22
NO · ReboundsDerik Queen C6.2
MagicPelicans
5-7Record4-10
LLWWWLast fiveLLLLL
60.5%ESPN win chance39.5%
Season series
Series starts 1/8

Magic injuries

  • Jonathan Isaac FOut, Knee
  • Noah Penda FOut, Hamstring
  • Paolo Banchero FOut, Ankle
  • Izaiyah Nelson FOut, Ankle

Pelicans injuries

  • Bennedict Mathurin GOut, Foot
  • Trey Murphy III FOut, Knee
  • Trendon Watford FOut, Ankle
  • Bryce McGowens GOut, Elbow
  • Dejounte Murray GOut, Ankle

Where to watch

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GCSENUnited States
Pelicans.comUnited States

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