Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic (01-26-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The NBA is set for a crucial matchup as the Cleveland Cavaliers clash with the Orlando Magic. The match will tip off at 7:00 pm ET on Monday. The Cleveland Cavaliers have previously won 27 out of the 47 games. Sam Meril and Darius Garland have been sidelined. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Donovan Mitchell and Dean Wade.

As for the Orlando Magic, they have previously won only 23 matches out of the 44 played. With players like Desmond Bane and Wendell Carter Jr., the team has a higher chance of securing their names in the walls of victory. However, Franz Wagner has been sidelined due to injuries. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Orlando Magic.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic - When and Where to Watch the Game

The Cleveland Cavaliers will host the Orlando Magic at the Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. The match will tip off at 7:00 p.m. ET on Monday, January 26, 2026, exclusively on Peacock and FDSFL. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic - Expected Starting Lineups

Cleveland Cavaliers

• Craig Porter Jr. (PG)
• Donovan Mitchell (SG)
• Dean Wade (SF)
• Evan Mobley (PF)
• Jarrett Alen (C)

Orlando Magic

• Jalen Suggs (PG)
• Desmond Bane (SG)
• Noah Penda (SF)
• Paolo Banchero (PF)
• Wendell Carter Jr. (C)

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic - Injury Report

Cleveland Cavaliers

• Sam Meril - OUT (hand)
• Darius Garland - OUT (toe)
• Max Strus - OUT (foot)
• De’Andre Hunter - QUESTIONABLE (knee)
• Luka Travers - QUESTIONABLE (hamstring)
• Chris Livingston - QUESTIONABLE (two-way contract)

Orlando Magic

• Franz Wagner - OUT (ankle)
• Colin Castleton - OUT (two-way)

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic - Game Prediction

This season, the Cleveland Cavaliers have scored 227.5 points in 27 out of their 47 games. However, the Orlando Magic have scored the same number of points in 23 out of 44 games, so speculation is tougher than usual. The Cleveland Cavaliers boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley. Mitchell has delivered 29.1 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game this season. However, Mobley has averaged 17.9 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game.

The Orlando Magic, on the other hand, have efficient players like Desmond Bane and Paolo Banchero. Bane has averaged 18.9 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game this season, while helping the team one step closer to the finale. Banchero, on the other hand, delivered 21.1 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game.


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