The Cleveland Cavaliers are heading to Orlando to take on the Magic in this Eastern Conference matchup. The Cavs are entering this game on fire, riding a seven-game winning streak. In their last win, they defeated the Memphis Grizzles 129-123. Meanwhile, the Magic are coming into this game as winners in three of their previous four games, including a 110-90 win in their last outing. This should be an exciting game, as these two played in the playoffs last season. Let’s dive into it and cook up a winning slip.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Orlando Magic Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Cleveland Cavaliers | -7.5 (-112) | Over 222.5 (-110) | -298 |
| Orlando Magic | +7.5 (-108) | Under 222.5 (-110) | +240 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Orlando Magic Match Details
- Fixture: Cleveland Cavaliers @ Orlando Magic
- Date and Time: February 25th, 2025 @ 7:30 PM EST
Key Stats
Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cleveland Cavaliers are coming off a dominant stretch of basketball. They are winners of seven in a row, including a 129-123 win in their last game against the Memphis Grizzles. Donovan Mitchell had a great game with 33 points and six assists while shooting 11-23 from the floor. However, Evan Mobley was the difference in the win. Mobley finished the game with 25 points, 13 rebounds, eight assists, and three blocks. Ty Jerome was great with his extended role without Darius Garland missing the game, with 26 points, five rebounds, and four assists in 23 minutes. Cleveland has a record of 47-10 on the season and sits on top of the Eastern Conference.
The Cavs’ defense has been above average all season long. They are ranked 10th in points allowed per game, 5th in opponent field goal %, 21st in opponent 3-point field goal %, 26th in blocks per game, 11th in steals per game, 10th in rebounds per game, and 7th in defensive rating. In terms of injuries, Darius Garland is still questionable with the hip injury that kept him out of the Memphis game. Over their last ten games, the Cavs have a record of 9-1, including 5-3-2 against the spread in that same timeframe.
Orlando Magic
The Orlando Magic are coming off a dominating win against the Washington Wizards, 110-90. Franz Wagner was sensational with 23 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and a +31 when he was on the floor. Anthony Black was great off the bench, with 23 points, seven rebounds, and three assists in only 27 minutes. Despite the inefficiencies, Paolo Banchero was solid with 19 points, five rebounds, and five assists. With a record of 29-30 on the season, Orlando sits in 7th place in the Eastern Conference.
Defensively, the Magic are an above-average team. They are ranked 1st in points allowed per game, 19th in opponent field goal %, 22nd in opponent 3-point field goal %, 2nd in blocks per game, 6th in steals per game, 27th in rebounds per game, and 2nd in defensive rating. Regarding injuries, Jalen Suggs is still out with his quad injury but has progressed greatly in his recovery. Over their last ten games, Orlando has a record of 5-5, including a 5-5-0 record against the spread in that stretch.
Prediction
The Cleveland Cavaliers will pulverize the Orlando Magic in this game and cover the 7.5-point spread. The Cavs are a bad matchup for this young Magic team, and Cleveland has one of the best offenses in the NBA. They are currently ranked in the top five in points per game, field goal %, 3-point field goal %, assists per game, and turnovers per game. The Cavs are the better and deeper team, so they will be victorious in this game. The Cleveland Cavaliers roll into Orlando and win convincingly against the Magic.
Final Pick
Cleveland Cavaliers -7.5 (-112)
