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Cavaliers Cast a Spell on Magic, Securing a Commanding Victory at Kia Center

The Cleveland Cavaliers have once again demonstrated their dominance on the court with a resounding 122-82 victory over the Orlando Magic. This win improves the Cavaliers' record to an impressive 48-10, while the Magic fall to 29-31 for the season. The game, held at Kia Center in Orlando, showcased Cleveland's offensive and defensive prowess as they led throughout, leaving no room for a comeback from the home team.


ORLANDO, FL - FEBRUARY 25:  Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers warms up before the game against the Orlando Magic on February 25, 2025 at Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Cleveland Cavaliers: A Display of Team Synergy


The Cavaliers' performance was a collective effort with contributions across the board leading to this significant win. The team shot an outstanding 56 percent from the field and an even more impressive 59 percent from beyond the arc. Their defensive efforts were equally notable, holding the Magic to just 37 percent shooting and dominating rebounds with a total of 51 compared to Orlando's 47.


Key players stood out for their individual performances as well. Ty Jerome added an impressive 20 points off the bench, showcasing his shooting efficiency by hitting two-thirds of his three-point attempts. Evan Mobley and De'Andre Hunter each contributed significantly with 17 points apiece; Mobley also dominated defensively with two blocks and eight rebounds. Donovan Mitchell facilitated playmaking with five assists while adding eleven points.


ORLANDO, FL - FEBRUARY 25:  Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers goes up for the rebound during the game against the Orlando Magic on February 25, 2025 at Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic: Struggling Against Cavalier's Defense


The Orlando Magic faced challenges penetrating Cleveland's defense throughout the game. They managed only an eighteen percent success rate from three-point range and were outscored in every quarter. Despite these struggles, they found some success in fast-break situations, scoring twenty-three fast-break points thanks to their aggressive playstyle.


Looking Ahead


The Cleveland Cavaliers will next face off against Boston Celtics at TD Garden on February 28th at 7:30 PM EDT. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN, NBCS-BOS, or FDSOH networks as both teams look to secure another win in this regular season matchup.


ORLANDO, FL - FEBRUARY 25:   Franz Wagner #22 of the Orlando Magic dribbles the ball during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on February 25, 2025 at Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

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