Magic vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Tips - 28 April 2024
Last updated: Apr 27, 2024, 4:58PM | Published: Apr 26, 2024, 2:01AM
The Orlando Magic will sqaure off with the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center on Sunday, beginning at 3:00am AEST.
Led by star players Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs, the Magic are aiming to beat a Cavaliers line-up that includes Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen.
Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Magic vs Cavaliers game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Magic vs Cavaliers
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's Orlando-Cleveland NBA Playoffs game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Magic a 60% chance of winning against the Cavaliers at Kia Center.
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Magic vs Cavaliers: Odds
The current Betfair betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Kia Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Magic $1.78, Cavaliers $2.26
- Line: Magic -2.5 ($1.96), Cavaliers +2.5 ($1.98)
- Total (Over/Under 201.5 Points): Over $1.95, Under $1.98
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 Magic at $1.78 and the Cavaliers at $2.26.
The Magic are listed as 2.5-point favourites against the Cavaliers, with odds of $1.96 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Cavaliers (+2.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.98.
The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 201.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.95 and odds for the Under at $1.98.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Magic (-2.5) have a 51% chance of covering the line, while the 201.5-point Over/Under has a 54% chance of going Over.
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Magic vs Cavaliers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Orlando at $1.78 with Betfair (60% probability)
- Line: Magic -2.5 at $1.96 with Betfair (51% probability)
- Total Points: Over 201.5 at $1.95 with Betfair (54% probability)
These Magic vs Cavaliers predictions are based on detailed simulations and betting intelligence to give you the best possible advice around the clock.
Magic vs Cavaliers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Magic vs Cavaliers at Kia Center on Sunday has the Magic winning 103-100.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full coverage of Orlando vs Cleveland on Sunday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live win probabilities.
Magic vs Cavaliers: Player Props
Player props are a common way to bet on Magic vs Cavaliers without necessarily betting on the outcome of Sunday's game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Paolo Banchero is expected to step up for the Magic with 28 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists, while Donovan Mitchell is projected to have 24 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the Cavaliers.
Magic Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paolo Banchero | 28 | 8 | 8 |
| Franz Wagner | 23 | 6 | 4 |
| Jalen Suggs | 13 | 3 | 3 |
| Moritz Wagner | 10 | 5 | 1 |
| Jonathan Isaac | 9 | 5 | 1 |
Cavaliers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Mitchell | 24 | 5 | 6 |
| Darius Garland | 18 | 3 | 7 |
| Jarrett Allen | 18 | 10 | 3 |
| Evan Mobley | 16 | 9 | 4 |
| Caris LeVert | 11 | 4 | 5 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting analysis before the Orlando vs Cleveland game at Kia Center.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips for every NBA game, plus a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Magic vs Cavaliers: Preview
The NBA game between the Magic and Cavaliers in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to start at 3:00am AEST on Sunday.
- Teams: Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Sunday 28 April 2024
- Time: 3:00am AEST
- Venue: Kia Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) unless otherwise noted.
Our Orlando vs Cleveland predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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