Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers Preview
Heading into game three of this Eastern Conference first-round matchup between the Magic and Cavaliers, the Cavaliers are up 2-0 in the series. Game three is being played at the Kia Center in Orlando and is set to tip-off at 7:00 PM ET. NBA is carrying the game on TV, and the Magic are favored by 2.5 points. The over/under line is sitting at 198.5 points, and the Magic are -129 on the money line compared to the Cavaliers at +107.
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Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers Head-to-Head and Key Stats
In the last three head-to-head matchups, the Cavaliers are averaging 100 points per game, compared to the Magic at 95. These figures have led to Cleveland posting a record of 2-1.
- Through their last three road contests, the Cavaliers offense has averaged 105 points per game while allowing an average of 119. Cleveland posted an overall record of 0-3 while going 1-2 ATS.
- Across the Magic last ten home games, the team averaged 102 points per game while allowing 109. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 3-7, while going 3-7 straight-up.
- Looking back on the team’s last ten games as the underdog, the Cavaliers have a straight up record of 2-8. Their record vs the spread in these games was 4-6.
- In their last five games as the betting favorite, the Magic have a straight up record of 2-3 and an ATS mark of 2-3.
Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction
The most recent game of this Magic-Cavaliers series went to Cleveland, as the Cavaliers won by a score of 96-86. Cleveland was favored by 5.5 points heading into the game, and with their 10-point win, they covered the spread. The over/under line for the game was 205.5 points, and the teams fell 23.5 points short of that line. The Cavaliers got out to an early lead in this game, as they outscored the Magic 30-18 in the 1st quarter.
Donovan Mitchell led all scorers with 23 points, and he also added eight rebounds and four assists. Paolo Banchero was the leading scorer for the Magic with 21 points. Neither team shot the ball well from deep, with the Magic shooting 25.7% from three and the Cavaliers at 30.8%.
Today, the Cavaliers are looking to extend their winning streak to three games as they take on the Magic. Cleveland is currently 48-34 on the season, which has them in 4th place in the Eastern Conference.
Cleveland’s ATS record for the season is 40-42, and they have covered the spread in their last two games. On the road, they are 19-20 ATS compared to 21-22 ATS at home.
As the underdog, the Cavaliers are 11-18 this season, and they have gone 14-14 ATS in those games. The O/U record for their games this season is 41-42-1, and the under has hit in their last two games.
In their most recent game against the Magic, the Cavaliers won by a score of 96-86. They were favored by 5.5 points in that game and covered the spread. The O/U line for that game was 205.5 points.
On average, the Cavaliers’ games have finished with 221.9 points this season, and their games have had an average O/U line of 222.2 points.
In the Eastern Conference, Cleveland is 31-21 against other teams and 17-13 in non-conference games. Against other teams in the Central Division, they are 11-5.
Donovan Mitchell has been playing well for the Cavaliers, averaging 28.8 points per game over his last four games. In these games, he hit 47.1% of his shots from the field. Overall, he is averaging 26.6 points and 3.3 threes per game. Jarrett Allen has been efficient of late, hitting 72.2% of his shots from the field and 18.2 points in his last five games. He also pulled down 13.6 rebounds in that stretch.
Cleveland comes into the game as the 21st-ranked scoring offense, at 112.6 points per game. At home, they have averaged 113.7 points per contest, compared to 110.8 on the road. The team’s field goal percentage of 47% is the 12th best mark in the league.
When it comes to defending the three-point line, the Cleveland Cavaliers have done a good job this season, allowing opponents to shoot just 36.7% from beyond the arc. On the year, opponents have made 12.5 three-pointers per game vs. Cleveland.
Over their last five games, the Cavaliers have been even better from three-point range, allowing just 33.3% shooting from deep. In terms of free throws, Cleveland has given up 16.8 made free throws per game over their last five contests.
On the season, the Cavaliers are 4th in the NBA in field goal percentage allowed at 46.2%. Inside the arc, opponents have made just 52.2% of their two-point attempts vs. Cleveland.
In their most recent game, the Magic lost to the Cavaliers by a score of 96-86. This loss dropped their overall record to 47-35 for the season. In the Eastern Conference, the Magic are currently in 5th place and are the 1st place team in the Southeast Division.
Orlando has an ATS record of 51-33 for the season and they have covered the spread in their last two games. At home, the Magic are 28-13 ATS compared to 23-20 ATS on the road.
As the favorite, the Magic have gone 29-9 this season and are favored by 2.5 points in today’s game. Their ATS record as the favorite is 26-12 and they have a scoring margin of +8.4 points per game in these games.
This season, the Magic have an O/U record of 38-46 and the under has hit in their last three games. On average, their games have finished with 218 points, which is higher than today’s line of 198.5.
Orlando comes into the game as one of the worst scoring teams in the league, at 110.5 points per game. Their production at home is slightly better, at 112.6 points per contest. Looking at their pace, the Magic are 26th in the league, averaging 96.6 possessions per game.
Paolo Banchero has averaged 22.6 points per game over his last five games, hitting 42.1% of his shots from the field. In these games, he also averaged 8.4 rebounds and 5.6 assists. Over his last four games, Franz Wagner is averaging 21.2 points and 6.2 rebounds. Jalen Suggs is shooting 39.7% from beyond the arc this season.
When it comes to defense, the Orlando Magic have been one of the best units in the NBA this season. On the year, they are giving up just 108.2 points per game, which is 4th in the league. At home, they have been even better, allowing just 105.0 points per game, which is 2nd in the NBA.
One of the reasons for their success has been their ability to defend the three-point line. On the year, they are giving up just 35.5% shooting from beyond the arc, which is 4th in the NBA. Over their last five games, their three-point defense has been even better, holding opponents to just 33.9% shooting from deep.
Overall, opponents have scored less than their season average in 72% of games vs. the Magic this season. When it comes to made free throws, Orlando has struggled a bit, allowing 22.2 makes per game, which is 21st in the league over the course of the season.
In spite of being 2.5 point underdogs, we anticipate the Cavaliers winning this one 112-106.
Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Tips
- We like the Cavaliers on the moneyline (+107)
- The Cavaliers are also our pick on the spread at +2.5
- Projecting a combined 218 points, we like the over
Orlando Magic Injury Report
No Injuries Reported
Cleveland Cavaliers Injury Report
- Ty Jerome – Ankle – Out
- Dean Wade – Knee – Out
- Craig Porter Jr. – Ankle – Out
