Rockets vs. Magic odds, line: 2021 NBA picks, predictions for April 18 from proven model

The Orlando Magic will take on the Houston Rockets at 7 p.m. ET Sunday at Amway Center. The Magic are 18-38 overall and 10-19 at home, while Houston is 14-42 overall and 7-21 on the road. Houston is favored by one point in the latest Magic vs. Rockets odds from William Hill Sportsbook, and the Over-Under is set at 218.5 (view updated lines for each game today on our NBA odds page).

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