Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic Prediction, Expert Picks, Odds, Injury Report: Magic Bounce Back in Game 2

Cleveland Cavaliers and Orlando Magic will continue their playoff series with the Cavaliers holding a 1-0 advantage. Our Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic prediction is available below!

The Cavaliers are favorites with an implied probability of 69% to win this one at 1.45 odds, while the Magic are available at 2.80 odds. The point spread is +/-5.5 points and the total points line is at 202.5.

The Cleveland Cavaliers will battle the Orlando Magic on Monday night at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio for a playoff series clash. For more NBA picks from Agbeniga Ayobami and other basketball experts, visit our Expert Insights. section.

Cavaliers vs Magic Prediction and Expert Picks: Magic Bounce Back in Game 2

• Selections: Magic +5.5
• Odds: 1.90
• Bookmaker: Bet365
• Stake: 6/10

Odds are available as of April 22nd, 2024. 

Even though the Cleveland Cavaliers showed in the first game why many consider them favorites in this series, the Magic remain the most profitable team in the NBA with their 51-32 ATS on the season. The Cavaliers have won each of their last nine playoff games against Southeast Division opponents. However, the Cavaliers have failed to cover the spread in 13 of their last 14 games following a win. With this, my money is on the Magic to deliver again.

Cavaliers vs Magic Game Info

• Date: Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024
• Time: 00:00 (CET)
• Arena: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
• Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA.

Cleveland Cavaliers Injury Report, Team News, Schedule

The Cleveland Cavaliers, despite grappling with injuries all season, clinched home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs. They were so composed at the back in their last game against the Magic, limiting them to just 83 points. Donovan Mitchell led the charge with 30 points, while Jarrett Allen contributed 16 points and 18 rebounds. Impressively, the Cavaliers have now won their last nine playoff games against Southeast Division opponents. However, they will be without Dean Wade (knee), Craig Porter (ankle), and Ty Jerome (ankle) for the upcoming game.

The Cavaliers averaged 112.6 points per game this season, ranking 20th in the league. They shoot 47.9% from the floor, ranking 12th, and 36.7% from beyond the arc, also ranking 15th during the regular season. They average 43.3 rebounds per game, ranking 17th, and 28 assists per game, ranking 8th. The Cavaliers allow 102.2 points per game, ranking 7th.

However, in the playoffs, the Cavaliers are averaging 97 points on 44.4% shooting and are shooting 26.7% from beyond the arc and 81% from the free-throw line. They are allowing 83 points on 32.6 percent shooting and allowing 21.6% shooting from deep and are grabbing 54 rebounds per game. The Cavaliers are 39-42-2 ATS. They have covered 47.5% (19-21-1) of their games as the host. The Cavaliers have covered 46.9% (15-17-1) of their games as the home favorites.

Orlando Magic Injury Report, Team News, Schedule

The Orlando Magic began the playoffs on a sour note despite securing the 5th seed in the Eastern Conference with a 47-35 regular season record. Their offense was so bad, managing only 83 points in the series opener. To stand a chance, the Magic must see a marked improvement in their offensive performance moving forward in the series. Moreover, they go into this game with no injury concerns, and that’s enough motivation to get themselves up.

During the regular season, the Magic averaged 110.5 points per game, ranking 24th in the league. They shoot 47.6% from the floor, ranking 15th, and 35.2% from beyond the arc, also ranking 24th. They average 42.3 rebounds per game, ranking 25th, and 24.7 assists per game, ranking 28th. The Magic allowed 108.4 points per game, ranking 4th.

In the playoffs, the Orlando Magic are averaging 83 points on 32.6% shooting and are shooting 21.6% from beyond the arc and 63.3% from the free-throw line. The Magic are allowing 97 points on 44.4% shooting and allowing 26.7% shooting from deep while grabbing 40 rebounds per game. The Magic are 51-32 ATS. They have covered 57.1% (8-6) of their games as an underdog. The Magic have covered 60% (21-14) of their games after a loss.

Cavaliers vs Magic Betting Trends 

• The Cavaliers are 39-42-2 ATS.
• The Magic are 51-32 ATS.
• The Magic have covered 57.1%% (8-6) of their games as an underdog.
• The Cavaliers have covered 47.5% (19-21-1) of their games as the host.
• The Cavaliers have covered 46.9% (15-17-1 ) of their games as the home favorites.
• The Magic have covered 60% (21-14) of their games after a loss.

Cavaliers vs Magic H2H 

The Cavaliers and Magic have met 133 times, with the Cavaliers holding a 68-65 edge. In the 2023-24 season, they played five times, with the Cavaliers winning three. This included a playoff Clash in the first round, where the Cavaliers won 97-83.

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