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Orlando Magic snaps Cleveland Cavaliers’ 16-game winning streak with road win

Written by Paul Kemp
Paul Kemp
Paul Kemp is an experienced sports writer covering Soccer, NBA and NHL. He also writes in depth reviews of sports betting sites based on his personal experience.
, | Updated: March 17, 2025
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    Key Takeaways:

  • Orlando Magic ended Cleveland Cavaliers’ 16-game winning streak with a 108-103 road victory
  • Paolo Banchero led the way for the Magic with 24 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists
  • The Cavaliers suffered their fifth home defeat of the season

Orlando Magic defeated Cleveland Cavaliers 108-103 last night in a regular-season game in the NBA. The The hosts convincingly won the first quarter 38-25. Although the visitors managed to tie the game, Kenny Atkinson’s players built a lead again, going up 13 points by halftime. However, the Magic found a way back into the contest, after an impressive performance from Paolo Banchero. Orlando took control in the final minutes and secured a hard-fought victory. Paolo Banchero led the way for the Magic with 24 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists. Franz Wagner contributed 22 points, while Anthony Black added 17.

With this victory, Jamahl Mosley’s players put an end to Cleveland’s record-breaking 16-game winning streak. The Cavaliers also suffered their fifth home loss of the season. Jarrett Allen posted a double-double with 20 points and 12 rebounds for Cleveland, while Wendell Carter Jr. added 16 points and grabbed 14 rebounds.

The victory improved Orlando Magic’s balance since the start of the season to 32-37 and they currently sit in 8th spot in the Eastern Conference. The Cavaliers remain comfortably at the top of the standings with a 56-11 record.

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