Orlando Magic Heat Up in Game 2 Victory Over Cleveland Cavaliers
Dominant Performance Leads to Series Tie
Orlando, Florida - June 18, 2023
The Orlando Magic stormed back in the second game of their NBA playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, securing a resounding 120-108 victory at the Amway Center. The win levels the series at 1-1 as the two teams head to Ohio for Games 3 and 4.
Led by All-Star center Nikola Vucevic, the Magic dominated the paint, scoring 56 points in the interior. Vucevic finished with a game-high 29 points and 14 rebounds, while forward Aaron Gordon added 22 points and 9 rebounds.
The Magic's defense also stepped up in the second half, holding the Cavaliers to just 41.2% shooting from the field. Cleveland had taken an early lead but struggled to match Orlando's intensity in the second half.
The Magic's victory was a welcome sight for their home crowd, who witnessed their team's first playoff win since 2019. The win also provides a boost of momentum as the series shifts to Cleveland.
Game 3 of the series is scheduled for Friday, June 20th, at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland. The winner of the series will advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals.
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