NBA · Final

Magic Defeat Pelicans 128-118 in Competitive Matchup

New Orleans Pelicans9-32

118

Orlando Magic22-18

128

Sunday, January 11, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · Kia Center

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Quick answers

Who won New Orleans Pelicans vs Orlando Magic?

Orlando Magic beat New Orleans Pelicans 128-118 at Kia Center on January 11, 2026.

Who was favored in New Orleans Pelicans vs Orlando Magic?

Orlando Magic were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The favorite won.

The Orlando Magic secured a 128-118 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans at the Kia Center, marking their second consecutive win against this opponent. The Magic now lead the series 2-0 after winning both matchups this season, including a previous encounter where they triumphed 115-88 at home on November 9, 2025, and another victory on March 14, 2025, with a score of 113-93.

In terms of recent form, the Magic have a home record of 22-18, while the Pelicans sit at 9-32 overall. The Magic's last ten games show a record of 5-5, but they are currently on a one-game losing streak after falling to the Philadelphia 76ers 91-103 on January 10, 2026. Their scoring average during this stretch is 111.6 points per game, while they have allowed 114.3 points per game. At home, they have a record of 2-2 over their last four games, with an average of 111.2 points scored and 114.8 points allowed in their last five contests.

Conversely, the Pelicans have struggled significantly, posting a record of 1-9 in their last ten games, although they managed to snap a lengthy losing streak with a 128-107 win against the Washington Wizards on January 10, 2026. Their average scoring during this stretch is 112.9 points, but they have allowed a concerning 122.5 points per game. On the road, their performance has been particularly poor, with a home record of 0-5 and an away record of 1-4 in their last five games, averaging 109.2 points scored and 116.4 points allowed.

Injuries have also played a role in both teams' performances. The Magic have three players listed as day-to-day: Franz Wagner (calf), Izaiyah Nelson (ankle), and Jonathan Isaac (knee). The Pelicans also have two players on the injury report: Micah Peavy (rest) and Bryce McGowens (toe), both of whom are day-to-day.

The betting market reflected the Magic's favored status, with DraftKings listing them at -7.5 on the spread and -258.0 on the money line, while the Pelicans were at +210.0. The total for the game was set at 236.5, with odds of -108.0 for the over and -112.0 for the under.

The game conditions were conducive for a competitive matchup, and viewers were treated to a back-and-forth contest. Key moments included scoring plays in the fourth quarter where Paolo Banchero made crucial free throws, extending the Magic's lead, while Desmond Bane of the Pelicans attempted to close the gap with his scoring efforts.

Overall, the Magic's victory was significant not just for the series record but also for maintaining their position in the Eastern Conference standings, while the Pelicans continue to seek improvement as they navigate a challenging season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	ORL -7.5	236.5 o -108 / u -112	New Orleans Pelicans +210 · Orlando Magic -258

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Injury report

Franz WagnerDay-To-DayCalfOrlando Magic
Izaiyah NelsonDay-To-DayAnkleOrlando Magic
Jonathan IsaacDay-To-DayKneeOrlando Magic
Micah PeavyDay-To-DayRestNew Orleans Pelicans
Bryce McGowensDay-To-DayToeNew Orleans Pelicans

Leaders

PointsDesmond Bane27Orlando Magic
AssistsPaolo Banchero8Orlando Magic
ReboundsGoga Bitadze13Orlando Magic
PointsZion Williamson22New Orleans Pelicans
AssistsTrey Murphy III6New Orleans Pelicans
ReboundsTrey Murphy III7New Orleans Pelicans

Recent form

Orlando Magic

Last 10: 5-5Streak L1111.6 scored · 114.3 allowed per game2-2 at home

L91-103vs Philadelphia 76ersJan 10
W104-103at Brooklyn NetsJan 8
L112-120at Washington WizardsJan 7
W135-127vs Indiana PacersJan 4
L114-121at Chicago BullsJan 3
W112-110at Indiana PacersDec 31
L106-107at Toronto RaptorsDec 30
W127-126vs Denver NuggetsDec 28
L105-120vs Charlotte HornetsDec 27
W110-106at Portland Trail BlazersDec 24

New Orleans Pelicans

Last 10: 1-9Streak W1112.9 scored · 122.5 allowed per game1-4 away

W128-107at Washington WizardsJan 10
L100-117at Atlanta HawksJan 8
L103-111vs Los Angeles LakersJan 7
L106-125at Miami HeatJan 4
L109-122vs Portland Trail BlazersJan 3
L118-134at Chicago BullsJan 1
L125-130vs New York KnicksDec 30
L114-123vs Phoenix SunsDec 28
L108-115vs Phoenix SunsDec 27
L118-141at Cleveland CavaliersDec 24

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
San Antonio	-	20	L1	.756	62
Houston	10	30	W1	.634	52
New Orleans	36	56	L2	.317	26
Dallas	36	56	W1	.317	26
Memphis	37	57	L8	.305	25
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	New Orleans Pelicans	Orlando Magic
Field goals	46-80	43-82
Field goal %	57	52
Three-pointers	14-26	11-24
Three-point %	54	46
Free throws	12-15	31-35
Free throw %	80	89
Rebounds	26	39
Offensive rebounds	5	11
Defensive rebounds	21	28
Assists	27	27
Steals	8	10
Blocks	9	3
Turnovers	14	11
Team turnovers	2	2
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	27	25
Fast-break points	16	16
Points in the paint	58	58
Fouls	25	16
Largest lead	11	12
Lead changes	12	12
Time in front	55	40

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter94-86Tristan da Silva makes 23-foot three point jumper (Desmond Bane assists)
3rd Quarter94-88Moritz Wagner makes running layup
3rd Quarter95-88Derik Queen makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter96-88Derik Queen makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter96-91Tristan da Silva makes 24-foot three point jumper (Desmond Bane assists)
3rd Quarter97-91Karlo Matkovic makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter98-91Karlo Matkovic makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter98-93Moritz Wagner makes 3-foot layup (Tyus Jones assists)
4th Quarter98-94Moritz Wagner makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter100-94Jordan Hawkins makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Jordan Poole assists)
4th Quarter102-94Jordan Poole makes running layup (Jordan Hawkins assists)
4th Quarter102-96Tyus Jones makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot (Moritz Wagner assists)
4th Quarter104-96Zion Williamson makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter104-98Goga Bitadze makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Anthony Black assists)
4th Quarter107-98Jordan Poole makes 25-foot three pointer
4th Quarter107-100Desmond Bane makes driving layup
4th Quarter107-102Anthony Black makes running layup
4th Quarter107-103Anthony Black makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter107-104Anthony Black makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter110-104Bryce McGowens makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter110-107Anthony Black makes 23-foot three point jumper (Noah Penda assists)
4th Quarter112-107Derik Queen makes two point shot
4th Quarter112-109Paolo Banchero makes driving layup (Anthony Black assists)
4th Quarter112-110Paolo Banchero makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter112-111Paolo Banchero makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter112-113Desmond Bane makes driving layup
4th Quarter115-113Jeremiah Fears makes 22-foot three point jumper (Bryce McGowens assists)
4th Quarter115-115Paolo Banchero makes 3-foot layup (Anthony Black assists)
4th Quarter115-116Paolo Banchero makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter115-118Goga Bitadze makes tip shot
4th Quarter115-120Desmond Bane makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter117-120Zion Williamson makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter117-122Desmond Bane makes 7-foot two point shot
4th Quarter117-123Paolo Banchero makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter117-124Paolo Banchero makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter118-124Trey Murphy III makes technical free throw
4th Quarter118-125Desmond Bane makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter118-126Desmond Bane makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter118-127Desmond Bane makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter118-128Desmond Bane makes free throw 2 of 2