The Orlando Magic clinched a decisive 121-83 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 3 of the NBA Playoffs, marking their first home playoff win since 2011 and recording the third-largest victory margin in their playoff history. This significant win has averted a potential 0-3 series deficit, revitalizing their postseason ambitions. Before the game, Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley made a strategic adjustment to the starting lineup, bringing back Wendell Carter Jr. His presence was intended to bolster the team's rebounding and interior defense, which had faltered in the previous games.
W | L | Pct | GB | |
---|---|---|---|---|
47 | 35 | .573 | 0.0 | |
46 | 36 | .561 | 1.0 | |
36 | 46 | .439 | 11.0 | |
21 | 61 | .256 | 26.0 | |
15 | 67 | .183 | 32.0 |