Orlando Magic vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds for Game 5
The Cleveland Cavaliers will host the Orlando Magic with the series tied. Which team will take Game 5? Matt McCuen shares his Orlando Magic vs. Cleveland Cavaliers prediction, pick against the spread, and the latest odds for Game 5.
Matt McCuen - April 30, 2024, 11:40 AM EDT
5 minOrlando Magic vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds for Game 5
The Cleveland Cavaliers will host the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night.
This will be Game 5 of a potential seven-game series.
This series has quietly been the most competitive series in the East.
The Cavs jumped out to a 2-0 series lead, heading back to the Sun Shine State.
Orlando quickly responded, winning back-to-back games on their home floor.
In Game 4, it was all Cavs in the first half as they led by double digits early.
The Magic held the Cavs to just 18 second-half points.
Magic vs. Cavaliers Game 5 DATE, TIME, AND WHERE TO WATCH
- Date: April 30, 2024
- Start Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
- Where to Watch: NBA TV
Magic vs. Cavaliers Game 5 Odds
- Spread: Magic +4 (+108), Cavaliers -4 (-120)
- Total Odds: O 201.5 (-110), U 201.5 (-106)
- Moneyline Odds: Magic (+175), Cavaliers (-185)
Orlando Magic vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Game 5 Prediction
This game feels like a must-win for the Cavs before heading back to Orlando for Game 6.
Franz Wagner has been Orlando's star of the series, averaging 21.5 points per game and 8.0 rebounds.
Paolo Banchero has added 21.3 points per game and 4.5 assists.
Jalen Suggs has been solid in the series, scoring 14.5 points per game while adding 3.8 assists.
Donovan Mitchell has led the Cavs. Mitchell has averaged 21.0 points per game, below his season average (26.6).
Jarrett Allen has authored a huge series, averaging a double-double with 17.0 points per game and 13.8 rebounds.
Darius Garland has struggled in the series, adding 12.0 points per game and 6.0 assists.
Orlando Magic vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Game 5 Pick
I love this spot for the Cavs tonight at home.
After what happened in Games 3 and 4, Cleveland will play this game with a sense of urgency.
The Cavs play their best basketball at home (26-15).
Playing on the road has been a struggle all year for the Magic who are games below .500 (18-23).
Let’s stay hot tonight!
Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers -4 -120 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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