Cleveland Cavaliers (56-10) vs Orlando Magic (31-37)
Game Info: Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 1:00 pm (Rocket Arena)
Betting Odds: Cleveland Cavaliers -10.5 -- Over/Under: 219 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ABC
The Orlando Magic and the Cleveland Cavaliers collide at the Rocket Arena on Sunday afternoon. Here’s an Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction. This article will include an Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers Pick.
Orlando Magic Betting Preview
The Orlando Magic have been in a real slump as they've lost seven of their last nine games overall and they will be hoping to bounce back after getting taken down by the Timberwolves in a 118-111 road defeat on Friday. Paolo Banchero led the team with 43 points, 10 rebounds, and three assists, Caleb Houstan added 18 points while Franz Wagner chipped in with 16 points but no other player finished in double figures in scoring. As a team, the Magic shot 44 percent from the field and 12 of 28 from the 3-point line as they looked to be doing well when they dominated the third quarter by 29-16 to take an 11-point lead. Only to get run down in the fourth quarter where they allowed 40 points to suffer another disappointing defeat on the road.
Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Cleveland Cavaliers have been in red-hot form as they've won 20 of their last 21 games overall and they will be eager to build on their current 16-game win streak after outlasting the Grizzlies in a 133-124 road win on Friday. Evan Mobley led the team with 22 points, 11 rebounds, and two blocks, Darius Garland added 20 points with nine assists and four steals while De'Andre Hunter chipped in with 18 points off the bench. As a team, the Cavaliers shot 50 percent from the field and 19 of 51 from the 3-point line as they hit the ground running and poured in 75 points in the first half to lead by as many as 25 points. Before they rested their starters early and eased off in the fourth quarter. The Cavs will meet the Clippers after this game.
Why the Cleveland Cavaliers will win
- The Cavaliers have won each of their last 12 games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Magic have lost 11 of their last 12 road games against Central Division opponents.
- The favorites have covered the spread in each of the last four games between the Magic and Cavaliers.
- The Magic have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six Sunday games as underdogs.
Why the Orlando Magic will win
- The Magic have won four of their last six games as road underdogs following a loss.
- The road team has covered the spread in eight of the Magic's last nine games.
- The Cavaliers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games at Rocket Arena following a win.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Cavaliers' last six Sunday day games has gone OVER the total points line.
- Five of the Magic's last six games against Central Division opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction
The Magic have ruled out Jalen Suggs again, and they have Cole Anthony listed as questionable, while the Cavaliers are keeping an eye on Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley, who are both questionable for this one. This is definitely one of those games where you should check the lineups before tipoff as the availability of Mitchell would have an impact on the line for this game. With that being said, the Magic have been struggling for a while now. They are still banged up, and I don't think they can hang with the Cavaliers, who should still have more than enough firepower with Garland picking up the slack.
Peter’s Pick Cleveland -10.5
AUTHOR: Peter Tran
