NBA · Final/OT

Orlando Magic Edges Utah Jazz in Overtime Thriller

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Saturday, December 20, 2025, 9:30 PM ET · Delta Center

Orlando Magic 128, Utah Jazz 127, 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 Orlando Magic vs Utah Jazz?

Orlando Magic beat Utah Jazz 128-127 at Delta Center on December 20, 2025.

Who was favored in Orlando Magic vs Utah Jazz?

Orlando Magic were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -305 (about 75% implied). The favorite won.

In a nail-biting contest that went into overtime, the Orlando Magic narrowly defeated the Utah Jazz with a final score of 128-127 at the Delta Center. This game was particularly significant as it marked the first meeting of the season between these two teams, with Orlando now leading the series 1-0.

Both teams entered this game with a 5-5 record in their last ten games, but their recent performances revealed contrasting dynamics. The Utah Jazz, with a home record of 10-17, had averaged 122.0 points scored and 129.6 points allowed over their last ten games. Their most recent outing was a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, where they fell 135-143. In their last five games, the Jazz managed to score an average of 123.6 points while allowing 135.8 points, indicating a defensive struggle.

On the other hand, the Orlando Magic, boasting a better away record of 16-12, averaged 118.0 points scored and 116.1 points allowed in their last ten games. However, they were on a two-game losing streak prior to this match, having lost to the Denver Nuggets and the New York Knicks. In their last five games, the Magic scored an average of 111.6 points while allowing 115.4 points, showcasing a similar trend of inconsistency.

The game was played under typical NBA conditions, with both teams facing injury concerns. The Jazz had Trey Alexander and Jaren Jackson Jr. listed as day-to-day, both dealing with rib and knee issues, respectively. The Magic also faced uncertainty with Franz Wagner, Izaiyah Nelson, and Jonathan Isaac all listed as day-to-day due to calf and knee injuries.

Before this matchup, the teams had met twice in the 2025 season, with the Jazz winning both encounters. The previous games saw the Jazz securing victories with scores of 113-99 and 105-92, indicating a competitive history between the two sides.

As for the betting market, DraftKings had the Magic favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 240.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in Orlando's ability to secure a win, despite their recent struggles.

The game itself was a back-and-forth affair, culminating in an overtime period that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Key moments included Noah Penda's tip shot that put the Magic ahead in overtime, followed by a series of clutch plays from both teams. Kevin Love's reverse layup and Keyonte George's three-pointer were pivotal in keeping the game close.

Ultimately, Desmond Bane's six-foot shot sealed the deal for the Magic, allowing them to escape with a narrow victory. This win not only adds to Orlando's record but also highlights their resilience in a tightly contested game.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	ORL -7.5	240.5 o -108 / u -112	Orlando Magic -305 · Utah Jazz +245

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Injury report

Trey AlexanderDay-To-DayRibsUtah Jazz
Jaren Jackson Jr.Day-To-DayKneeUtah Jazz
Franz WagnerDay-To-DayCalfOrlando Magic
Izaiyah NelsonDay-To-DayAnkleOrlando Magic
Jonathan IsaacDay-To-DayKneeOrlando Magic

Leaders

PointsKeyonte George27Utah Jazz
AssistsKeyonte George9Utah Jazz
ReboundsKevin Love16Utah Jazz
PointsDesmond Bane32Orlando Magic
AssistsPaolo Banchero9Orlando Magic
ReboundsNoah Penda12Orlando Magic

Recent form

Utah Jazz

Last 10: 5-5Streak L1122 scored · 129.6 allowed per game3-3 at home

L135-143vs Los Angeles LakersDec 19
W140-133vs Dallas MavericksDec 16
W130-126at Memphis GrizzliesDec 13
L101-131vs Oklahoma City ThunderDec 8
L112-146at New York KnicksDec 6
W123-110at Brooklyn NetsDec 5
W133-125vs Houston RocketsDec 2
L101-129vs Houston RocketsNov 30
W128-119vs Sacramento KingsNov 29
L117-134at Golden State WarriorsNov 25

Orlando Magic

Last 10: 5-5Streak L2118 scored · 116.1 allowed per game2-3 away

L115-126at Denver NuggetsDec 19
L120-132vs New York KnicksDec 13
W117-108vs Miami HeatDec 9
L100-106at New York KnicksDec 7
W106-105vs Miami HeatDec 6
L112-114vs San Antonio SpursDec 4
W125-120vs Chicago BullsDec 2
W112-109at Detroit PistonsNov 29
W144-103at Philadelphia 76ersNov 26
L129-138at Boston CelticsNov 23

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
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
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Orlando Magic	Utah Jazz
Field goals	47-96	44-105
Field goal %	49	42
Three-pointers	11-37	15-43
Three-point %	30	35
Free throws	23-33	24-30
Free throw %	70	80
Rebounds	52	52
Offensive rebounds	14	18
Defensive rebounds	38	34
Assists	32	34
Steals	6	7
Blocks	9	2
Turnovers	13	12
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	17
Fast-break points	18	18
Points in the paint	64	50
Fouls	29	29
Largest lead	19	5
Lead changes	11	11
Time in front	76	17

How the scoring went

4th Quarter101-89Desmond Bane makes 5-foot two point shot (Jase Richardson assists)
4th Quarter102-89Desmond Bane makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-89Desmond Bane makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-89Goga Bitadze makes alley oop layup (Noah Penda assists)
4th Quarter106-89Jonathan Isaac makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter106-91Keyonte George makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter106-92Isaiah Collier makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter108-92Jase Richardson makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Goga Bitadze assists)
4th Quarter108-94Keyonte George makes driving layup
4th Quarter110-94Goga Bitadze makes 2-foot layup (Noah Penda assists)
4th Quarter110-97Svi Mykhailiuk makes 25-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Collier assists)
4th Quarter110-99Ace Bailey makes 2-foot reverse layup (Isaiah Collier assists)
4th Quarter110-101Isaiah Collier makes running layup
4th Quarter110-103Isaiah Collier makes running layup (Svi Mykhailiuk assists)
4th Quarter111-103Desmond Bane makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter111-105Isaiah Collier makes 1-foot two point shot (Kevin Love assists)
4th Quarter111-108Ace Bailey makes 23-foot three point jumper (Keyonte George assists)
4th Quarter112-108Paolo Banchero makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter113-108Paolo Banchero makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter113-109Isaiah Collier makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter113-110Isaiah Collier makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter114-110Wendell Carter Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter114-111Keyonte George makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter114-112Keyonte George makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter116-112Desmond Bane makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter116-114Svi Mykhailiuk makes 2-foot reverse layup (Isaiah Collier assists)
4th Quarter118-114Wendell Carter Jr. makes tip in dunk
4th Quarter118-115Keyonte George makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter118-116Keyonte George makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter118-118Isaiah Collier makes driving layup
OT120-118Wendell Carter Jr. makes 3-foot dunk (Noah Penda assists)
OT120-121Svi Mykhailiuk makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Collier assists)
OT122-121Noah Penda makes tip shot
OT122-123Kevin Love makes 2-foot reverse layup (Ace Bailey assists)
OT123-123Paolo Banchero makes free throw 1 of 2
OT125-123Anthony Black makes 4-foot running dunk (Paolo Banchero assists)
OT126-123Anthony Black makes free throw 2 of 2
OT126-126Keyonte George makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
OT126-127Keyonte George makes free throw 1 of 1
OT128-127Desmond Bane makes 6-foot two point shot (Wendell Carter Jr. assists)