Cavaliers Extend Winning Streak to Four, Prepare for Heat Rematch
CLEVELAND – The Cleveland Cavaliers continued their strong form with a 136-131 victory over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night, extending their winning streak to four games. Donovan Mitchell led the charge with 42 points, while James Harden contributed 26 points in a dominant performance. The Cavaliers now turn their attention to a quick turnaround as they host the Miami Heat on Wednesday evening.
Mitchell’s Stellar Performance Fuels Cavaliers Victory
Donovan Mitchell’s 42-point performance against the Magic marked his sixth game this season scoring at least 40 points, placing him among the league leaders in that category. Mitchell has consistently excelled against Orlando, averaging 27.2 points in 23 regular-season meetings – the sixth-highest scoring average against the Magic in NBA history. ESPN reports that Mitchell also scored 40+ points in his previous two games against Orlando.
Harden Shines in First Half
James Harden showcased a strong first-half performance, scoring 22 points and hitting three 3-pointers before halftime. This was Harden’s highest-scoring first half since joining the Cavaliers. The Associated Press noted that Harden was scoreless in the first half of Saturday’s game against New Orleans.
Mobley’s Efficient Performance
Evan Mobley added 19 points to the Cavaliers’ total, shooting a perfect 8-for-8 from the field, along with nine rebounds and six assists.
Magic Fall to Six Straight Losses
Despite Paolo Banchero’s 36 points, the Orlando Magic suffered their sixth consecutive defeat, falling into a three-way tie with Charlotte and Miami for eighth place in the Eastern Conference. Tristan da Silva and Desmond Bane each contributed 17 points for the Magic. Cleveland 19 reports that the Magic are now 38-34 on the season.
Cavaliers Standings and Upcoming Schedule
With the win, the Cavaliers improve to 45-27, positioning themselves 2.5 games behind the Knicks for third place in the Eastern Conference.
| Datum | Home team | Host team |
|---|---|---|
| March 25, 2026 at 1:00 a.m | Cleveland Cavaliers | Miami Heat |
| March 27, 2026 at 1:00 a.m | Cleveland Cavaliers | Miami Heat |
| March 30, 2026 at 1:00 a.m | Utah Jazz | Cleveland Cavaliers |
| March 31, 2026 at 1:00 a.m | Los Angeles Lakers | Cleveland Cavaliers |
| April 2, 2026 at 1:00 am | Golden State Warriors | Cleveland Cavaliers |
Heat vs. Cavaliers: Wednesday Night Matchup
The Cleveland Cavaliers will quickly return to action, hosting the Miami Heat on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. EDT. BetMGM Sportsbook lists the Cavaliers as 3.5-point favorites with an over/under of 241.5. The Associated Press reports that the Heat have a record of 22-20 against Eastern Conference opponents.