The Cavs and Magic return for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals, with Cleveland holding a commanding 2-0 series lead. Game 2 Monday night featured another strong home performance at home f from the Cavs, as they held off the Magic 96-86.
The series now shifts to Orlando for Game 3, a game that the Magic can’t afford to lose. The Magic had a tough time in Game 2, shooting at a low 36.3 percent and committing nearly 20 turnovers. On the other hand, the Cavaliers continued their strong form with Donovan Mitchell scoring 23 points and Evan Mobley contributing 17 points to secure another comfortable win.
Game 3 is part of a three-game night on Thursday night, which includes the 76ers against the Knicks. The Knicks lead 2-0. And, of course, the Lakers are back in L.A. for the first time in two weeks, attempting to get back in the series against the Nuggets, as the Nuggets lead 2-0.
Here is everything you need to know about Game 3 between the Cavs and Magic, including start times, tickets, TV channels and more.
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What channel is Cavs vs. Magic on today?
- TV channel: NBA TV
- Live stream: Sling
For the second consecutive game, the Cleveland-Orlando game will air on NBA TV, along with the local RSNs in the respective markets for the Cavs and Magic. The game can also be streamed on Sling TV.
In the United Kingdom, specific playoff games are available to watch on TNT Sports and stream on Discovery+. In India, fans can catch select certain games on Sports 18 and JioCinema (check local listings). Games can also be streamed through NBA League Pass without blackouts in select countries.
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Cavs vs. Magic start time
- Date: Thursday, April 25
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
Cavs vs. Magic tips off on Thursday, April 25 beginning at 7 p.m. ET. The game will be played at the Kia Center in Orlando, Fla.
Cavs vs. Magic tickets
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Cavs vs. Magic odds via BetMGM
Orlando is a 1.5-point favorite to win Game 3. For the full market, check out BetMGM, an authorized gaming operator of the NBA.
| Game Lines | Cavaliers | Magic |
| Spread | +1.5 | -1.5 |
| Moneyline | +105 | -125 |
Cavs vs. Magic series schedule
| Date | Game/Results | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| April 20 | Cavaliers 97, Magic 83 | — | — |
| April 22 | Cavaliers 96, Magic 86 | — | — |
| April 25 | Game 3 | 7 p.m. | NBA TV, Sling |
| April 27 | Game 4 | 1 p.m. | TNT, Sling |
| April 30 | Game 5* | TBD | TBD |
| May 3 | Game 6* | TBD | TBD |
| May 5 | Game 7* | TBD | TBD |
*If necessary