Last 10 games
| Defender | Games | Min | eFG% | vs Season | Sample |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Durant | 2 | 21 | 50% | +11.5% | low |
| Jamal Murray | 3 | 19 | 45% | +4.4% | medium |
| Brandon Ingram | 2 | 18 | 31% | -10.7% | low |
| Anthony Edwards | 3 | 17 | 71% |
Luguentz Dort is in a significant downward trend, averaging just 4.6 PPG over his last 5 games compared to 8.5 for the season, with minutes dropping to 23.4 MPG. His most recent outing against Orlando (3/17) was particularly concerning: 7 minutes, 0 points on 1 FGA. Against the Magic specifically, Dort averages 9.7 PPG across 10 prior matchups, but recent form suggests he's lost offensive rhythm. Orlando's defense ranks 114.06 in defensive rating with strong three-point suppression (-1.223), which aligns poorly with Dort's shooting struggles (33.2% from three, 37.6% FG). Playing on the road without back-to-back rest advantage after limited court time in the last meeting makes this an uncomfortable spot.
Paolo Banchero is the primary wing defender for Orlando, allowing 32 PPG on 51.9% FG—though that inflates against high-volume scorers. Dort's reduced offensive role and declining efficiency (37.6% FG, 33.2% 3PT) mean Banchero won't need to work hard; Orlando's secondary wings (Suggs, Carter Jr.) see minimal assignment time, reducing defensive pressure variability.
| Player | Prop | Line | Pick | Confidence | ML | Trend | Actual | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Luguentz Dort▼ | Points | 9.5 | UNDER | 72%HIGH | 2/2 | 90% | 5 | ✓ |
Luguentz Dort▼ | Rebounds | 3.5 | OVER | 65%MEDIUM | 1/2 | 70% | 2 | ✗ |
Luguentz Dort▼ | Assists | 1.5 | UNDER | 62%MEDIUM | 1/2 | 70% | 0 | ✓ |
Luguentz Dort▼ | Steals | 1.5 | UNDER | 68%MEDIUM | — | 90% | 0 | ✓ |
Luguentz Dort▼ | Blocks | 0.5 | UNDER | 70%HIGH | — | 90% | 0 | ✓ |
Luguentz Dort▼ | P+A | 11.5 | UNDER | 70%HIGH | 2/2 | 90% | 5 | ✓ |
Luguentz Dort▼ | P+R | 13.5 | UNDER | 68%MEDIUM | 2/2 | 80% | 7 | ✓ |
Luguentz Dort▼ | R+A | 5.5 | UNDER | 63%MEDIUM | 1/2 | 50% | 2 | ✓ |
Luguentz Dort▼ | STL+BLK | 1.5 | UNDER | 69%MEDIUM | — | 80% | 0 | ✓ |
Luguentz Dort▼ | 3PM | 1.5 | UNDER | 64%MEDIUM | 2/2 | 50% | 1 | ✓ |
Dort's decline is undeniable: 4.6 PPG last 5 games, 5.9 over 10, with minutes eroding to 23.4 per game. His most recent appearance vs. Orlando (0 points in 7 minutes on 3/17) is the ultimate red flag. Even season average is only 8.5 PPG, and road splits (7.0) combined with Orlando's defensive efficiency and Dort's offensive struggles make 9.5 a clear ceiling. The line assumes health and normal role, neither of which appear likely.
| medium |
| Deni Avdija | 3 | 17 | 41% | -1.0% | medium |
| Defender | Games | Min | PTS | FG% | eFG% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paolo Banchero | 2 | 8 | 9 | 43% | 50% |
| Desmond Bane | 2 | 7 | 9 | 50% | 75% |
| Wendell Carter Jr. | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0% | 0% |
| Tristan da Silva | 2 | 1 | 3 | 50% | 75% |
| Noah Penda | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0% | 0% |
Dort has dropped to 4.6 PPG in last 5 games and 5.9 PPG over last 10, nearly 4 points below this line. Most recent outing vs. Orlando was just 0 points in 7 minutes, establishing a concerningly low baseline.
Recent mean of 4.2 RPG (last 5) and 3.8 RPG (last 10) hover around this line. Season splits show 3.78-3.87 across home/away, providing modest cushion below the line despite reduced minutes.
Last 5 average just 0.6 APG; while last 10 is 1.1 and season is 1.28, recent trajectory and reduced offensive involvement in 7-minute appearance suggest regression. Away splits (1.5) match line exactly but recency bias favors under.
Season steals average 0.8 SPG; last 5 is 0.6, and away splits show only 0.4 SPG. This line is well above reliable output. Orlando's scoring suppression (-0.289) doesn't necessarily correlate to steal opportunities.
Season average 0.4 BPG; last 5 is 0.4; away splits drop to 0.1 BPG. Dort is not a shot-blocker, and this line requires nearly half a block above his typical volume in an unfavorable matchup.
Last 5 combined PPG + APG is 5.2, well below this line. Season PA metric is 9.8 (8.53 PPG + 1.28 APG), and recent decline across both components pushes well under 11.5.
Last 5 PPG + RPG is 7.8, significantly under this line. Season P+R is 12.35 (8.53 + 3.82), and the sharp downtrend in scoring combined with reduced minutes creates vulnerability above 13.5.
Last 5 R+A is 3.8 (3.2 + 0.6), well below line. Season R+A is 5.1, tight against the line, but recent low-assist stretch (0.6 APG) erodes cushion despite modest rebound consistency.
Last 5 stocks (STL+BLK) average 1.0 per game. Away splits show only 0.93 combined. Season mean 1.26 with std of 1.18 shows high variance, but recent away performance and reduced minutes cap upside on this line.
Last 5 3PM average 1.2, just under line. While season 3PM is 1.86 and away splits favor 2.07, recent shooting regression (33.2% FG% season, poor efficiency vs Boston/Denver/Chi) and Orlando's strong 3-point suppression (-1.223) suggest difficulty reaching 1.5 makes.