Final Score: Magic 86 - Celtics 79
Sunday, March 8, 2009 at 7:00 PM ET

Magic @ Celtics

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Magic
45-16 Rating 1729
Form: WLWWW
Model Probability
25%
75%
Projected margin: Boston Celtics +6.9
Celtics
49-14 Rating 1876
Form: LWLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Magic Celtics
All-time wins 39 42
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average points 101.4 102.5
Last meeting 80 90

Key Season Stats

Stat Magic Celtics
Games played 61 63
Avg points scored 102.3 101.7
Avg points conceded 95.4 92.6
Win percentage 74% 78%
Away win % / Home win % 70% 84%