Fri Nov 01 22:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Cavs Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Magic, Missing Banchero
**CLEVELAND, OH** – The Cleveland Cavaliers, riding high on a perfect 5-0 start, will face a familiar foe in the Orlando Magic on Friday night at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The matchup, a rematch of last year’s intense first-round playoff series, will see the Cavs capitalize on a weakened Magic team.
Orlando’s rising star, Paolo Banchero, who was instrumental in forcing a Game 7 in the playoffs, will be sidelined with a torn oblique. This injury significantly impacts the Magic’s offense, giving the Cavs a distinct advantage as they aim to solidify their early position as an Eastern Conference contender.
The game is set for 7pm on ESPN, with the Cavs favored by 7.5 points. Both teams are facing some injury concerns, with the Cavs missing Max Strus due to an ankle injury and the Magic without Franz Wagner due to illness.
This is the first of three matchups between the two teams this season.
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