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Apr 23, 2024, 12:56 pm ET in NBA
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Magic vs Cavaliers Predictions: Young Guns Challenge Cavs’ Lead?

Get our Magic vs Cavaliers predictions to see who emerges victorious in this pivotal playoff matchup. Do or die for the Magic! The Orlando Magic (0-1) head back to Cleveland for a crucial Game 2 against the Eastern Conference leading Cavaliers (1-0) at 7:00 PM ET. The Cavaliers hold a 1-0 series lead and are favored by 5.5 points at home. Can the Magic bounce back and even the series, or will the Cavs extend their lead and put Orlando on the brink of elimination?

Magic vs Cavaliers Predictions Odds

  • ML: ORL +181 | CLE -220
  • SPREAD: ORL +5.5 | CLE -5.5
  • TOTAL: 203

Magic vs Cavaliers Betting Predictions

In their latest matchup, the Cleveland Cavaliers secured a 97-83 victory over the Orlando Magic, surpassing expectations as 5.5-point favorites at home. This strong performance comfortably covered the spread, while the total score of 180 points fell well below the over/under line of 206.5. Donovan Mitchell led the scoring with 30 points, including three three-pointers. Evan Mobley’s double-double of 16 points and 11 rebounds. The Cavaliers’ defense was particularly effective, holding the Magic to a mere 32.6% shooting from the field and 21.6% from beyond the arc, as highlighted by NBA scores, demonstrating their capability.

Orlando Magic

The Orlando Magic, positioned 5th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 47-35, lead their division while facing challenges on the road, holding an 18-24 away record. Despite recent ATS struggles on the road, their overall away ATS stands strong at 23-19. As underdogs by 5.5 points today, their underdog ATS record is commendable at 25-20. Offensively, the Magic score an average of 110.5 points, dipping to 107.7 in away games, and rank 25th in the NBA. Their field goal percentage is 14th in the league at 47%, but they struggle with three-point accuracy, ranking last at 35%.

Defensively, Orlando excels, ranking 4th in the NBA team rankings by allowing only 108.3 points per game and showing consistent strength by allowing just 109 points over their last five games. They also rank 4th in defending three-point shots, limiting opponents to 35.5% from beyond the arc. Key players like Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, who are averaging over 22 points in recent games, bolster the team’s efforts. In their last matchup against the Cavaliers, Orlando didn’t cover the 5.5-point spread in a 97-83 loss, underlining the total that fell well below the O/U line of 206.5.

Cleveland Cavaliers

Today, the Cleveland Cavaliers, holding a strong home advantage, are favored by 5.5 points against the Orlando Magic. With a robust home record of 20-22 ATS and a scoring differential of +6.7 points as favorites, the Cavaliers stand 38-16 straight up this season. They boast an impressive defensive stance, ranking 7th in the NBA by allowing only 109.9 points per game, tightening further to the 8th fewest at home. Donovan Mitchell, a significant offensive force, averages 26.6 points per game, shooting 42.9% from beyond the arc in recent outings.

The Cavaliers’ O/U record for the season matches their evenly split results at 41-41-1, with game totals averaging 222.3 points, starkly higher than today’s line of 203. In their last encounter, they surpassed the Magic 97-83, comfortably covering the spread with the total falling in NBA Betting lines below the O/U line of 206.5. As Cleveland prepares to reinforce their standing in the Eastern Conference, where they currently sit 4th with a 48-34 record.

Betting Picks

  • OU Over 203 -112
  • ML: Cavaliers -220
  • ATS: Cavaliers -5.5

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Game Information

  • Game: Orlando Magic vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
  • Venue: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland OH
  • Date: Monday, April 22nd 7:00 ET

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