Washington vs Orlando Prediction 7 January 2026

For their level of ambition, Washington have delivered a fairly decent stretch. They secured 4 wins out of 6 games. Notably, they even edged out Milwaukee (114-113). It's clear that the team exceeded expectations. Several factors aligned at once - all key players were fit and available. However, the situation has changed: George and Kispert, who play crucial roles on the perimeter, are now injured.

Washington are likely to continue displaying a lack of responsibility on their defensive end. They rank among the worst in the league for points allowed, with an average of 124.4. Additionally, the team plays at a high pace, which can lead to disaster against any serious opponent. This was evident against Minnesota (115-141).

At this point, Orlando have already adjusted to the absence of Franz Wagner due to injury. Bane and Banchero have stepped up admirably to fill the leadership void. While there has been a slight dip in assists, victories are still coming in relatively consistently. For instance, they recently took care of Indiana with a 135-127 win. This game demonstrated that the Magic can perform exceptionally well against fast-paced and unpredictable teams.

Looking ahead to the upcoming matchup, there is reason to expect some success on the defensive end. This is largely thanks to Orlando's strong front line, which includes both starters and reserves. They are capable of blocking the Wizards' attempts to drive to the basket throughout all 48 minutes. Even on the road, they can achieve impressive defensive stats.