This is an 8* EAST-COAST EXPRESS on the Orlando Magic.

We like the Magic to find a way to get the job done at the end of the night. After an extended win streak, New York is coming off its worst offensive performance of the season and we definitely feel that this now also sets up as a classic letdown spot for the visitors. The Knicks were flat in a 95-78 setback to Miami on Monday, setting season lows in points and field-goal percentage. Orlando looks to bounce back after a 117-103 road loss to Cleveland, the team gave up its most points in regulation this season. Two completely different mind sets for both teams, after an extended stretch of excellence, New York finally lost and comes in deflated. Orlando on the other hand is coming off a poor effort and will be extra motivated to get back on track. A great situational play in our opinion, but also note that the Knicks are a horrible 26-35 ATS in their last 61 following a loss by ten points or more and a poor 40-50 ATS their last 90 vs. teams with losing records. And note that Orlando has excelled in this spot for bettors, 3-1 ATS in its last four when playing against a team with a winning record and 29-25 ATS last three years following a loss by ten points or more. It's also not too hard to imagine the Knicks getting caught "looking ahead" to their rematch at home vs. the Heat on Friday. There's no question that there are a bunch of different factors that all point to NEW YORK as the savvy move in this contest.

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