Milwaukee Bucks vs Orlando Magic Picks and Predictions for Friday, November 13, 2026

The Milwaukee Bucks (1-11) visit the Orlando Magic (4-7) on Friday in an NBA Cup group play matchup at Kia Center. Tipoff is at 7:00 pm ET. The game also counts toward the NBA regular-season standings. Milwaukee is last in the Central Division and has lost eight straight after falling to the Los Angeles Lakers 123-112 on Wednesday. Orlando is third in the Southeast Division following a 123-108 win over Utah, its second consecutive victory. The Bucks are winless in five road games, while the Magic are 0-4 at home. Check out our free NBA picks for more Friday basketball predictions.

Milwaukee Bucks Trying to End Eight-Game Skid

Milwaukee's miserable start continued Wednesday with a 123-112 loss to the Lakers. The Bucks jumped ahead 7-2 early and stayed within striking distance until halftime, trailing 61-50. Things got away from Milwaukee in the third quarter when the deficit grew to 21 points. Tyler Herro returned after missing Tuesday's game with a bruised knee and led the Bucks with 25 points. Jaime Jaquez Jr. chipped in a season-high 23. Milwaukee committed 19 turnovers, which led to 28 points. The Bucks had lost to New York 117-85 the previous night.

Herro leads Milwaukee with 21.4 points and 4.3 assists per game. Jaquez is next with 15.3 points, while Kel'el Ware leads the rebounding with 6.6 per contest. Milwaukee averages 106.3 points per game and allows 121.3, a difference that helps explain its 1-11 record. The Bucks shoot 43% from the field and have had trouble slowing opponents. They've allowed at least 117 points in four straight games.

Injuries: Myles Turner is out, while Ryan Rollins is questionable.

Orlando Magic Looking for Third Straight Victory

Orlando finished its four-game road trip Wednesday with a 123-108 victory over Utah. The Magic trailed 96-95 in the fourth quarter before an 18-3 run put the game away. Franz Wagner had a big night, matching his career high with 38 points and grabbing eight rebounds. Desmond Bane added 25 points, while Anthony Black finished with 22. Orlando scored 40 points in the paint and held a 14-3 advantage in fast-break scoring. The Magic had beaten Sacramento 107-100 the previous night, giving them consecutive wins after three straight losses.

Wagner leads Orlando with 22.0 points and 8.6 assists per game, while Bane averages 17.2 points. Wendell Carter Jr. is pulling down a team-high 9.7 rebounds and scoring 14.1 points. The Magic average 107.0 points per game and give up 114.0. Orlando is shooting 44.5% from the field, although its outside shooting has been inconsistent at 33.5%. Injuries have also taken several important players out of the lineup.

Injuries: Paolo Banchero, Jalen Suggs, Jonathan Isaac, Tristan da Silva and Jamal Cain are out.

Key To The Game

Milwaukee has been giving up far too many points, and Orlando could take advantage with Wagner attacking the basket. The Bucks need Herro to continue scoring, but they also need to take better care of the ball. Orlando forced the issue offensively against Utah and should find opportunities against Milwaukee's struggling defense.

Milwaukee Bucks vs Orlando Magic Game Pick

• Orlando Magic

Neither team has enjoyed a good start, but Orlando has finally put together two straight wins. Milwaukee has lost eight in a row and hasn't won away from home. The Bucks continue to struggle defensively, and their turnover problems aren't helping. Wagner is coming off a 38-point performance, and Orlando has started getting more production from Bane and Black. The Magic have yet to win at home, but Milwaukee looks like a good opponent to change that. I'm taking Orlando.

Milwaukee Bucks vs Orlando Magic Over/Under Pick

• Over

Milwaukee has allowed 121.3 points per game, and four straight opponents have scored at least 117. Orlando hasn't been a great offensive team, but the Magic scored 123 against Utah and have several players capable of putting up points. The Bucks scored 112 against the Lakers despite committing 19 turnovers. Herro gives Milwaukee a reliable scoring option, although stopping Wagner could be a problem at the other end. Neither defense has been particularly impressive, and I like the over on Friday.