Cavaliers vs Magic Prediction and NBA Tips - 23 February 2024
Last updated: Feb 23, 2024, 12:05AM | Published: Feb 16, 2024, 3:09AM
The Cleveland Cavaliers will take on the Orlando Magic in NBA action at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on Friday, beginning at 11:00am AEDT.
With star players Darius Garland, Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley, the Cavaliers are aiming to beat a Magic team that includes Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Wendell Carter.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Cavaliers vs Magic game, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed below.
Who Will Win: Cavaliers vs Magic
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Friday's Cleveland-Orlando NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Cavaliers a 66% chance of winning against the Magic at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse.
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Cavaliers vs Magic: Odds
The current Betfair betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse are shown below:
- Head to Head: Cavaliers $1.48, Magic $3.00
- Line: Cavaliers -5 ($1.93), Magic +5 ($2.02)
- Total (Over/Under 214.5 Points): Over $2.00, Under $1.87
Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Cavaliers at $1.48 and the Magic at $3.00.
The Cavaliers are listed as 5-point favourites against the Magic, with odds of $1.93 currently available at Betfair.
For the underdog Magic (+5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $2.02.
The Over/Under for Cavaliers vs Magic sits at 214.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $2.00 and odds for the Under at $1.87.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Magic (+5) have a 52% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 214.5 points has a 51% chance of going Over.
The best site to place a bet on the Cavaliers vs Magic game is Betfair, where you can bet against other sports fans instead of using a traditional bookmaker.
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Cavaliers vs Magic: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Orlando at $3.00 with Betfair (1.7% edge)
- Line: Magic +5 at $2.02 with Betfair (52% probability)
- Total Points: Over 214.5 at $2.00 with Betfair (51% probability)
While the Cavaliers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Magic to win is our recommended option due to the 1.7% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
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Cavaliers vs Magic: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Cavaliers vs Magic at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on Friday has the Cavaliers winning 110-105.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
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Cavaliers vs Magic: Player Props
Player props are a common way to bet on Cavaliers vs Magic without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Darius Garland is expected to lead the Cavaliers with 22 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists, while Paolo Banchero is projected to finish with 26 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the Magic.
Cavaliers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darius Garland | 22 | 2 | 6 |
| Jarrett Allen | 16 | 10 | 3 |
| Evan Mobley | 15 | 9 | 3 |
| Caris LeVert | 14 | 4 | 4 |
| Max Strus | 11 | 4 | 3 |
Magic Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paolo Banchero | 26 | 7 | 6 |
| Franz Wagner | 22 | 6 | 4 |
| Wendell Carter | 13 | 8 | 2 |
| Jalen Suggs | 12 | 3 | 2 |
| Cole Anthony | 10 | 3 | 2 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting tips before the Cleveland vs Orlando game at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse.
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Cavaliers vs Magic: Preview
The NBA game between the Cavaliers and Magic at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse is scheduled to start at 11:00am AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic
- Date: Friday 23 February 2024
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise noted.
Our Cleveland vs Orlando predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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