Orlando Magic at LA Clippers
Matchup preview
Last season: too early in this one to read much from it
Matchup odds
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Who wins?
Season leaders, per game
LAC
ORL22.2PointsLAC21.5
ORL8.4ReboundsLAC5.6
ORL5.5AssistsLAC6.7
ORL1.8StealsLAC1.6
ORL1.0BlocksLAC1.2
| ORL | Stat | LAC |
|---|---|---|
| 45–37 | Record | 42–40 |
| Offense | ||
| 0.6, 17th in the league | Net rating | 16th in the league, 1.1(better) |
| 112.6, 19th in the league | Offensive rating | 11th in the league, 115.1(better) |
| 102.0, 12th in the league | Pace | 28th in the league, 98.2 |
| 53.1, 25th in the league | eFG% | 6th in the league, 55.9(better) |
| 12.0(better), 13th in the league | TOV% | 19th in the league, 12.5 |
| 25.0(better), 18th in the league | OREB% | 23rd in the league, 23.7 |
| 0.311(better), 2nd in the league | FT rate | 3rd in the league, 0.295 |
| Defense | ||
| 112.0(better), 12th in the league | Defensive rating | 18th in the league, 114.0 |
| 54.5, 17th in the league | Opp. eFG% | 16th in the league, 54.5 |
| 12.6(better), 12th in the league | Opp. TOV% | 16th in the league, 12.3 |
| 75.6(better), 5th in the league | DREB% | 23rd in the league, 72.9 |
| 0.285, 26th in the league | Opp. FT rate | 9th in the league, 0.248(better) |
This season's meetings
They have not met this season.
Injury report
Orlando Magic
- Franz WagnerProbable· back Oct 1Cost -2.2 per 100
Report note
Wagner was limited to 34 regular-season appearances for Orlando last season but remained productive when available, averaging 20.6 points, 5.2 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 30.0 minutes per game. The 25-year-old remains one of the centerpieces of the Magic's offense and should continue handling a significant scoring and playmaking workload alongside Paolo Banchero. Wagner's well-rounded production gives him considerable fantasy upside entering his sixth NBA season.
- Jonathan IsaacProbable· back Oct 1Cost -0.3 per 100
Report note
The Magic waived Isaac on June 27, but there was always mutual interest in a return. Across 52 regular-season appearances during the 2025-26 campaign, Isaac produced averages of 2.6 points and 2.5 rebounds in 10.0 minutes per contest before a left knee sprain sidelined him through the end of the season. He's likely going to be facing an uphill battle for playing time in 2026-27.
- Izaiyah NelsonQuestionable
Report note
Ankle
LA Clippers
- Jordan MillerOut· back Mar 1Cost -1.4 per 100
Report note
It's a tough break for Miller, who had an opportunity to battle for a reserve role during training camp in the fall. The timeline for a return is likely to keep him on the shelf until after the All-Star break. Miller's extended stay on the sidelines gives Kobe Sanders a chance to crack the Clippers' rotation.
- Brandon IngramQuestionable· back Oct 1Cost -1.3 per 100
Report note
"We're going to hear at Media Day where he's at with his heel," Windhorst added. This update is certainly ominous, and there's been no mention of this by the Clippers. Fantasy managers will want to monitor this closely in case it impacts his availability for Opening Night.
- Yanic Konan NiederhauserQuestionable· back Oct 1Cost -0.5 per 100
Report note
This is a tough blow for Niederhauser, who suffered the injury during Wednesday's matchup against the Pacers. It's still too early to talk about whether the big man will be available for the start of next season, though the team could provide an estimate following the procedure.
- Bradley BealQuestionable· back Oct 1
Report note
Beal declined his $5.6 million player option for the 2026-27 season and became a free agent earlier this offseason, but he's agreed to new terms with the Clippers. The 33-year-old never got going during the 2025-26 campaign, as he suffered a fractured left hip in November after appearing in only six matchups. It remains to be seen whether Beal will be healthy for the start of the season, though once he is, he'll be expected to offer key contributions in the backcourt alongside rookie Keaton Wagler.
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | Last 5 | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34.7 | 22.2 | 8.4 | 5.2 | 22.2 / 9.6 / 6.6 | 0.3 | |
| 33.6 | 20.1 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 16.0 / 3.2 / 3.2 | 1.9 | |
| 30.0 | 20.6 | 5.2 | 3.3 | 18.2 / 3.0 / 2.0 | 1.3 | |
| 29.9 | 15.0 | 3.8 | 3.7 | 8.4 / 2.6 / 1.4 | 1.1 | |
| 29.4 | 11.8 | 7.4 | 2.0 | 8.6 / 5.8 / 1.4 | 1.4 |
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | Last 5 | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33.8 | 21.5 | 5.6 | 3.7 | 23.4 / 5.8 / 4.4 | -0.4 | |
| 29.8 | 18.8 | 2.4 | 6.7 | 16.2 / 2.6 / 5.2 | 0.6 | |
| 28.3 | 11.5 | 3.3 | 0.8 | 16.6 / 5.2 / 1.4 | -0.5 | |
| 27.2 | 7.3 | 3.3 | 3.6 | 5.4 / 4.0 / 3.4 | 1.2 | |
| 27.0 | 10.1 | 3.5 | 1.4 | 7.6 / 4.8 / 1.0 | 1.5 |
Last five games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 3 | Lost 94–116 | – | – | |
| May 1 | Lost 79–93 | – | – | |
| Apr 29 | Lost 109–116 | – | – | |
| Apr 27 | Won 94–88 | – | – | |
| Apr 25 | Won 113–105 | – | – |
| Date | Opponent | Result | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15 | Lost 121–126 | – | – | |
| Apr 12 | Won 115–110 | – | – | |
| Apr 10 | Lost 97–116 | – | – | |
| Apr 8 | Lost 110–128 | – | – | |
| Apr 7 | Won 116–103 | – | – |
Standings
Full standingsMatchups by position
What each defense allows per game to guards, forwards and centers, against the league average. Rank 1 allows the most.
| Player | PTS | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guards | 47.7 (lg 49.8) , 22nd in the league | 12.6 (lg 13.6) , 27th in the league | 13.5 (lg 14.2) , 22nd in the league |
| Forwards | 36.5 (lg 37.4) , 17th in the league | 15.1 (lg 15.3) , 18th in the league | 7.4 (lg 7.0) , 10th in the league |
| Centers | 11.0 (lg 10.7) , 13th in the league | 7.5 (lg 7.5) , 14th in the league | 1.8 (lg 1.9) , 19th in the league |
| Player | PTS | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guards | 51.5 (lg 49.8) , 6th in the league | 13.0 (lg 13.6) , 22nd in the league | 13.1 (lg 14.2) , 25th in the league |
| Forwards | 33.1 (lg 37.4) , 30th in the league | 14.3 (lg 15.3) , 24th in the league | 5.8 (lg 7.0) , 30th in the league |
| Centers | 10.1 (lg 10.7) , 19th in the league | 7.7 (lg 7.5) , 11th in the league | 1.8 (lg 1.9) , 15th in the league |
The box score appears at tip-off.