NBA Results: Orlando Magic Halts Cleveland Cavaliers’ Winning Streak

The Orlando Magic triumphed over the Cavaliers with a score of 108-103 away, stopping Cleveland’s impressive streak of 16 consecutive wins. Paolo Banchero stood out for the Magic. The Cavaliers started strong, but contributions from Mo Wagner and Paolo Banchero pressured the Cavs into their first loss since early February. Despite this setback, the Cavaliers maintain a record of 56-11 in the NBA, staying atop the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Magic are ranked 8th with a record of 32-27. Leading the victors was Banchero with 24 points and 11 rebounds, while Donovan Mitchell highlighted Cleveland’s performance with 23 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists. In another game, led by Quentin Grimes who scored 28 points and 6 assists, the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Dallas Mavericks 130-125, despite missing key players Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Lonnie Walker. The Mavericks struggled with only eight players available due to ongoing absences, including Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis, compounded by an injury to Donte DiVincenzo. PJ Washington contributed significantly with 29 points and 12 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough for the Mavericks.