Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks Picks and Prediction for Sunday October 25 2026

In Sunday night NBA action, the Orlando Magic will travel to the World’s Most Famous Arena to take on the New York Knicks. This battle will get started at 7:00 pm EST on October 25, 2026. The game will be televised on MSG and streamed on NBA League Pass. The Knicks are a 7.5 point home favorite and the total as of writing is 225.5. Be ready for all of this season's NBA action with our free NBA picks.

Orlando cold from the three-point line

The Orlando Magic snuck in the playoffs with 45 victories and took top-seeded Detroit to seven games in the first round. New head coach Sean Sweeney is tasked with unlocking a Magic (0-2) offense that has been one of the worst from long distance in recent years. On Friday, Orlando trailed by 12 points at halftime and fell behind by as many as 26 points during a lifeless 115-93 home loss versus Minnesota. 

Orlando C Wendell Carter Jr. led all scorers with 20 points on 8-for-9 shooting and pulled down nine boards. Franz Wagner scored 18 points (1-6 3PT) to go along with six rebounds and five assists. Former number one overall draft pick Paolo Banchero added 14 points and six boards for the Magic. 

Last season Orlando finished 19th in offensive efficiency and averaged 115.7 points per game. The Magic ranked a dismal 27th in three-point percentage and 22nd in three-point attempts. Through two games, Orlando has missed an alarming 58 of 79 three-point attempts.

New York stumbles out of the gate

The New York Knicks won 30 of 40 home games last season and ran through the playoffs to win their first NBA Championship since 1973. The Knicks (0-2) return their entire starting lineup, but lost rim-protecting C Mitchell Robinson to Boston in free agency. On Friday, New York was unable to make the plays down the stretch of a 107-103 road loss against Boston. 

All-Star C Karl-Anthony Towns led five New York players in double figures with 22 points (9-13 FG) and ten rebounds. OG Anunoby and Miles McBride scored 20 points each on a combined 11-for-22 shooting effort. NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson added 19 points and four assists for the Knicks. 

Last season, New York ranked second in the league in offensive efficiency and averaged 116.5 points per contest. During Friday’s loss, the Knicks committed 18 turnovers which led to 19 Boston points. New York connected on 16-for-40 from long distance and outrebounded Boston by a 44-37 margin. 

Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks Picks and Prediction

Pick: New York Knicks -7.5

Orlando F Paolo Banchero suffered a right high ankle sprain and will be sidelined for the next four to six weeks. These two teams split the season series last year, but the Knicks won the final two games by a total of 18 points. New York is currently in the bottom third of the league in offensive efficiency and is due to breakout. Take the Knicks to win and cover at home.

Pick: Under 225.5

Orlando ranks third in the league in tempo and is making a concerted effort to play faster for their new head coach. The Magic will be missing their top scoring option and playing fast will play into New York’s hands. The Knicks rank third in rebounding rate and will control the glass against the Magic. Take the under.

Final Score Prediction: New York Knicks win 116-103