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Magic Aims to Spellbind Cavaliers in Upcoming Orlando Duel

As the Orlando Magic prepare to host the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Kia Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying encounter. The Magic, coming off a dominant 121-83 victory against the Cavaliers on April 25th, have shown that they possess both the offensive firepower and defensive prowess needed to dismantle their opponents.


ORLANDO, FLORIDA - APRIL 25: Jalen Suggs #4 of the Orlando Magic dribbles the ball against Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first quarter of game three of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs at Kia Center on April 25, 2024 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. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)

In their previous meeting, Orlando's offense was nothing short of spectacular. With a field goal percentage of 51 and converting 35 percent from beyond the arc, they managed to rack up an impressive total of 121 points. Their bench contributed significantly with 46 points, showcasing their depth and ability to maintain intensity throughout the game. The team also excelled in fast-break situations, scoring 22 points at a success rate of 67 percent.


Defensively, Orlando was just as formidable. They held Cleveland to only 83 points on a mere 39 percent shooting from the field and an even more paltry 24 percent from three-point range. The Magic's defensive rating stood at an impressive figure that reflected their ability to disrupt Cleveland's rhythm and force them into uncomfortable shots.


ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 25: Caris LeVert #3 of the Cleveland Cavaliers goes to the basket during the game against the Orlando Magic during Round 1 Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs on April 25, 2024 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 2023 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Cavaliers will undoubtedly come into this next game looking for redemption. Despite suffering a heavy defeat last time out, they have shown moments of brilliance throughout this series – such as leading for nearly four minutes in Game Two before it was suspended due to unforeseen circumstances – indicating that they cannot be underestimated.


However, it is crucial not to overlook how well-rounded ORL has been performing lately; their assists-to-turnover ratio was an exceptional three times better than CLE's in Game Three. This statistic alone demonstrates ORL’s superior ball control and decision-making under pressure – key factors that could decide the outcome of this upcoming match-up.


ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 25: Franz Wagner #22 of the Orlando Magic goes to the basket during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Round 1 Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs on April 25, 2024 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 2023 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

The scheduled game on May third at one o'clock PM Eastern Time will be held at Kia Center in sunny Orlando, Florida - zip code:32801 - where fans can expect another thrilling chapter in this post-season saga between two determined teams vying for supremacy on court. Fans won't want miss out witnessing potential history being made; make sure tune into local broadcasts or stream online catch all action live!

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