Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers (01-24-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The NBA is set for yet another exciting matchup as the Orlando Magic clash with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The match will tip off at 7:00 pm ET on Saturday. The Orlando Magic have previously won 23 out of the 43 games. Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs have been sidelined for tonight’s game. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Desmond Bane and Wendell Carter Jr.

As for the Cleveland Cavaliers, they have previously won only 26 out of the 46 matches they have played. With players like Donovan Mitchell and Dean Wade, the team has a higher chance of securing their names in the walls of victory. However, Darius Garland has been sidelined for tonight’s game. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the Orlando Magic and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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

The Orlando Magic will host the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. The match will tip off at 7:00 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 24, 2026, exclusively on FDSOH, FDSFL, and WESH. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers - Expected Starting Lineups

Orlando Magic

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

Cleveland Cavaliers

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

Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers - Injury Report

Orlando Magic

• Franz Wagner - OUT (ankle)
• Jalen Suggs - OUT (knee)
• Colin Castleton - OUT (two-way contract)

Cleveland Cavaliers

• Darius Garland - OUT (toe)
• Max Strus - OUT (foot)
• Sam Merrill - OUT (right hand)
• Chris Livingston - QUESTIONABLE (two-way contract)

Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers - Game Prediction

This season, the Orlando Magic have scored 227.5 points in 24 out of their 43 games. However, the Cleveland Cavaliers have scored the same number of points in 32 out of 46 games, so speculation is tougher than usual. The Orlando Magic boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Desmond Bane and Paolo Banchero. Bane has delivered 18.9 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game this season. However, Banchero has averaged 21 points, 5 rebounds, and 8.7 assists per game.

The Cleveland Cavaliers, on the other hand, have efficient players like Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley. Mitchell has averaged 29 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 5.7 assists per game this season while helping the team one step closer to the finale. Mobley, on the other hand, delivered 18 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game.


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