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The Warriors have won 7 of their last 10 games. The Warriors’ have experienced a 10-game winning streak this season, which marks the sixth straight season that the Dubs have had a winning streak that reached double digits.
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That ties an NBA record originally set by the Spurs from 2010 to 2016. The Warriors will look to gain another win on the season come Thursday against the Orlando Magic. Thursday’s game will be the first time since November the Warriors have met the Magic, who currently occupy ninth place in the Eastern Conference. Boogie Cousins, although struggling as of late, has shown signs that he is well on his way to being back and better than ever. His presence is felt at the rim and the unique availability for a big man in that system will continue to showcase big time box scores. Getting lane penetration frees up their outstanding shooters in Kevin Durant, Steph Curry and Klay Thompson and vice versa. The Warriors are -6 ½ in this game.
Golden State Offense Loaded
The Warriors offense can hurt their opponent in so many ways. They create a true mismatch at all positions because they have play makers that normally would be the number one priority to stop, except they have those players at all starting five positions. They also have immense versatility with players like Cousins, Durant, and Green. Each of those players can play multiple positions and with great success. The Dubs lead the NBA with 118.8 points per game, not a coincidence. Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and Klay Thompson have handled the bulk of the scoring – the Warriors are usually successful this season when each member of that trio scores at least 20 points, and Draymond Green has played some of his best basketball of the season during this recent stretch. Put it all together and Golden State has a look of a team that won’t be easy to beat.
Orlando Battling Hard
As for the Magic, well, they have their work cut out for them. The Warriors best them in every major category besides turnovers, a stat in which the Magic are only slightly better in. Rebounds, assists, points all favor the Warriors. They are also nearly 3% better in field goal percentage, three point percentage and free throw percentage as well. They are more potent and more efficient, a very dangerous combination. If the Magic stand a chance here, they must apply plenty of pressure early and often and keep their own stars in a rhythm. They need a big night from Aaron Gordon, Nikola Vucevic, and Evan Fournier.
Warriors Beat Magic; But Close
In the last meeting, they only lost by 6 points. That’s critical information as they did not have Markelle Fultz at that time, nor was Aaron Gordon healthy enough to suit up. Nikola Vucevic led the team in scoring and rebounds that night. For the Warriors, it was the Kevin Durant show as he led the team with 49 points, 9 assists and 6 rebounds. That likely won’t happen in this game. I’ll predict the Warriors move the ball around a bit more, but still handle the game by a score of 114 - 106. Bet Orlando to cover this game.
