Orlando Magic Edge Chicago Bulls in Close Contest
Monday, December 1, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Kia Center
Orlando Magic 125, Chicago Bulls 120, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Chicago Bulls vs Orlando Magic?
Orlando Magic beat Chicago Bulls 125-120 at Kia Center on December 1, 2025.
Who was favored in Chicago Bulls vs Orlando Magic?
Orlando Magic were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -380 (about 79% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Orlando Magic emerged victorious over the Chicago Bulls with a final score of 125-120. This game, held at the Kia Center, marked the third meeting of the season between these two teams, with the series now tied at 1-1. The Magic have been performing well at home, boasting a record of 13-8, while the Bulls sit at 9-11 overall.
The Magic's recent form has been impressive, winning eight of their last ten games and currently riding a two-game winning streak. They have averaged 122.5 points scored per game during this stretch, while allowing 111.9 points. Their last five games have seen them average 129.4 points scored and 114.4 points allowed, indicating a strong offensive output. In contrast, the Bulls have struggled recently, losing three consecutive games and recording a 3-7 mark over their last ten outings. They have averaged 120.4 points scored but have been less effective defensively, allowing an average of 127.5 points.
At home, the Magic have an unblemished record of 5-0 in their last five games, while the Bulls have struggled on the road with a 2-5 record in their last seven away games. Previous meetings this season have seen the Bulls win the first encounter 110-98 and the Magic winning 133-119 in another matchup before this latest contest.
In terms of injuries, both teams have several players listed as day-to-day. For the Magic, Franz Wagner, Izaiyah Nelson, and Jonathan Isaac are all dealing with various ailments, while the Bulls have Dailyn Swain, Zach Collins, Josh Giddey, and Rob Dillingham listed as day-to-day as well. The status of these players could impact future games as the season progresses.
As for the betting lines, DraftKings set the Magic as 9.5-point favorites, with a total points line of 239.5. The odds for the Magic to win outright were listed at -380, while the Bulls were at +300.
The game conditions were conducive to a high-scoring affair, and viewers witnessed a series of exciting plays down the stretch. Key moments included Desmond Bane's driving layup assisted by Anthony Black, and Ayo Dosunmu's long-range three-pointer assisted by Nikola Vucevic, which highlighted the competitive nature of the match. The final moments saw Wendell Carter Jr. secure the win for the Magic with a crucial dunk, sealing the game at 125-120.
Overall, this game showcased the Magic's offensive capabilities and resilience at home, while the Bulls will need to address their defensive struggles moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ORL -9.5 | 239.5 o -110 / u -110 | Chicago Bulls +300 · Orlando Magic -380 |
Injury report
- Franz WagnerDay-To-DayCalfOrlando Magic
- Izaiyah NelsonDay-To-DayAnkleOrlando Magic
- Jonathan IsaacDay-To-DayKneeOrlando Magic
- Dailyn SwainDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
- Zach CollinsDay-To-DayToeChicago Bulls
- Josh GiddeyDay-To-DayAnkleChicago Bulls
- Rob DillinghamDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
Leaders
- PointsDesmond Bane37Orlando Magic
- AssistsTyus Jones6Orlando Magic
- ReboundsAnthony Black9Orlando Magic
- PointsJosh Giddey22Chicago Bulls
- AssistsAyo Dosunmu7Chicago Bulls
- ReboundsNikola Vucevic11Chicago Bulls
Recent form
Orlando Magic
Last 10: 8-2Streak W2122.5 scored · 111.9 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W112-109at Detroit PistonsNov 29
- W144-103at Philadelphia 76ersNov 26
- L129-138at Boston CelticsNov 23
- W133-121vs New York KnicksNov 22
- W129-101vs LA ClippersNov 21
- W121-113vs Golden State WarriorsNov 19
- L113-117at Houston RocketsNov 17
- W105-98vs Brooklyn NetsNov 15
- W124-107at New York KnicksNov 13
- W115-112vs Portland Trail BlazersNov 11
Chicago Bulls
Last 10: 3-7Streak L3120.4 scored · 127.5 allowed per game2-5 away
- L101-103at Indiana PacersNov 30
- L116-123at Charlotte HornetsNov 29
- L130-143at New Orleans PelicansNov 25
- W121-120vs Washington WizardsNov 23
- L107-143vs Miami HeatNov 22
- W122-121at Portland Trail BlazersNov 20
- W130-127at Denver NuggetsNov 18
- L147-150at Utah JazzNov 17
- L113-124at Detroit PistonsNov 13
- L117-121vs San Antonio SpursNov 11
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
| Atlanta | - | 36 | L1 | .561 | 46 |
| Orlando | 1 | 37 | L1 | .549 | 45 |
| Charlotte | 2 | 38 | W1 | .537 | 44 |
| Miami | 3 | 39 | W2 | .524 | 43 |
| Washington | 29 | 65 | L10 | .207 | 17 |
Box score
| Stat | Chicago Bulls | Orlando Magic |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 44-88 | 45-88 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 16-37 | 9-33 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 27 |
| Free throws | 16-22 | 26-33 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 34 |
| Assists | 30 | 25 |
| Steals | 9 | 12 |
| Blocks | 4 | 11 |
| Turnovers | 20 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 25 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 21 |
| Points in the paint | 54 | 62 |
| Fouls | 23 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 15 | 7 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter85-85Noah Penda makes driving dunk (Tyus Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter85-87Anthony Black makes 1-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter86-87Matas Buzelis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-87Matas Buzelis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter88-87Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-87Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-90Noah Penda makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tyus Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter90-90Josh Giddey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter93-90Josh Giddey makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
- 4th Quarter93-93Desmond Bane makes 27-foot three point jumper (Goga Bitadze assists)
- 4th Quarter95-93Nikola Vucevic makes 7-foot hook shot (Josh Giddey assists)
- 4th Quarter95-95Desmond Bane makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter98-95Matas Buzelis makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
- 4th Quarter98-97Desmond Bane makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter98-98Desmond Bane makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter100-98Josh Giddey makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter100-100Wendell Carter Jr. makes 15-foot jumper (Tyus Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter103-100Patrick Williams makes 22-foot three point jumper (Nikola Vucevic assists)
- 4th Quarter104-100Josh Giddey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-102Franz Wagner makes 1-foot dunk (Anthony Black assists)
- 4th Quarter107-102Josh Giddey makes 27-foot three point jumper (Patrick Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter107-104Anthony Black makes 2-foot dunk (Desmond Bane assists)
- 4th Quarter109-104Julian Phillips makes dunk
- 4th Quarter109-106Desmond Bane makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter110-106Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-109Anthony Black makes 26-foot three point jumper (Desmond Bane assists)
- 4th Quarter111-109Matas Buzelis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter111-112Desmond Bane makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jalen Suggs assists)
- 4th Quarter111-114Anthony Black makes driving layup (Desmond Bane assists)
- 4th Quarter111-116Wendell Carter Jr. makes 1-foot dunk
- 4th Quarter111-117Desmond Bane makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter113-117Tre Jones makes 4-foot two point shot (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
- 4th Quarter113-119Desmond Bane makes driving layup (Anthony Black assists)
- 4th Quarter116-119Ayo Dosunmu makes 26-foot three point jumper (Nikola Vucevic assists)
- 4th Quarter116-121Franz Wagner makes 2-foot two point shot (Desmond Bane assists)
- 4th Quarter118-121Nikola Vucevic makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter118-122Desmond Bane makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter118-123Desmond Bane makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter120-123Matas Buzelis makes driving layup (Tre Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter120-125Wendell Carter Jr. makes 2-foot dunk (Jalen Suggs assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Orlando Magic, below favours Chicago Bulls.
Venue
- Kia CenterOrlando, FL
- Attendance18096
- OfficialsDedric Taylor, CJ Washington, Tyler Ford
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