Key Takeaways:
- Orlando Magic claimed their fifth straight victory, defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 128-122
- Desmond Bane scored 35 points, including a crucial three-pointer and two free throws in the final 17.4 seconds
- James Harden led the Cavaliers with 30 points and eight assists, while Cleveland suffered their fifth defeat in nine games
Match Overview
Desmond Bane produced a standout performance for the Orlando Magic on Wednesday, guiding his team to a 128-122 triumph over the Cleveland Cavaliers at home. Bane scored 35 points and made a pivotal three-pointer along with two decisive free throws in the last 17.4 seconds, ensuring the Magic extended their winning streak to five games – their longest run of the season.
Orlando’s Balanced Attack
Paolo Banchero delivered another impressive outing, recording 25 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists. Meanwhile, Tristan da Silva contributed 23 points, with nine coming in the final quarter as the Magic managed to withstand a late surge from Cleveland.
WAGIC WIN⁵ 🪄 pic.twitter.com/JiVbAnUU8M
— Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) March 12, 2026
Cleveland’s Fightback Falls Short
James Harden led the Cavaliers with 30 points and eight assists, while Donovan Mitchell added 25 points, including a vital three-pointer that cut Orlando’s lead to just two late in the fourth quarter. Evan Mobley registered a double-double with 18 points and 13 rebounds. Keon Ellis also played a key role in the Cavaliers’ attempted comeback, connecting on three late three-pointers and finishing with 20 points.
Key Moments and Statistics
Mitchell and Harden scored 16 points each in the first half, but Cleveland faced shooting struggles in the second quarter, missing 11 of 12 attempts from beyond the arc, resulting in a 62-all tie at halftime. Harden opened the third period with a successful three-pointer, but Mobley soon picked up his fourth foul just 35 seconds into the half, complicating Cleveland’s efforts. Despite the Cavaliers reducing the gap to two, Bane’s clutch three-pointer and subsequent free throws sealed Orlando’s victory.
| Player | Team | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desmond Bane | Magic | 35 | 6 | 6 |
| Paolo Banchero | Magic | 25 | 8 | 7 |
| Tristan da Silva | Magic | 23 | 4 | 3 |
| James Harden | Cavaliers | 30 | 5 | 8 |
| Donovan Mitchell | Cavaliers | 25 | 5 | 5 |
| Keon Ellis | Cavaliers | 20 | 4 | 1 |
| Evan Mobley | Cavaliers | 18 | 13 | 4 |
Upcoming Fixtures
- Cleveland Cavaliers will visit the Dallas Mavericks on Friday night
- Orlando Magic will host the Washington Wizards on Thursday night
