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Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers (5-6) visit the Orlando Magic (2-7) on Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at Kia Center, Orlando, FL. TV: DAZN CLE. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers.

NBAWednesday, December 16, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers logoCleveland Cavaliers5-6
7:00 PM ETDec 16, 2026
Orlando Magic logoOrlando Magic2-7
DateDec 16, 2026
Time7:00 PM ET
VenueKia Center, Orlando, FL
TVDAZN CLE

Team comparison

Cleveland CavaliersOrlando Magic
Points per game
116.5
107.0
Points allowed per game
115.0
116.2
5-6Record2-7
2nd in Central DivisionStanding5th in Southeast Division
1-4Road record / home record0-4
LLWLLLast 5LLLLW
L2StreakL4

Team stats

Cleveland CavaliersOrlando Magic
L2StreakL4
Points Against
115.0
116.2
5-5Last Ten Games2-7
Points Per Game
116.5
107.0
Field Goal %
46
45
Three Point %
37
34
Rebounds Per Game
46.2
41.9
Assists Per Game
27.0
26.4
Blocks Per Game
5.5
3.9
Steals Per Game
7.4
7.3
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.5
0.4
Total Turnovers Per Game
13.8
17.8

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Cleveland Cavaliers
Sam Merrill G · Elbow
Out
Jaylon Tyson G · Ankle - Sprain
Out
Orlando Magic
Tristan da Silva F · Calf - Strain
Out
Jalen Suggs G · Knee
Out
Jonathan Isaac F · Knee - Not Specified
Out
Paolo Banchero F · Ankle - Sprain
Out
Noah Penda F · Hamstring - Strain
Out

Recent form

Cleveland CavaliersLLWLL
Nov 9, 2026 · at Charlotte HornetsL 112-124
Nov 7, 2026 · vs New York KnicksL 97-109
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Philadelphia 76ersW 119-95
Nov 4, 2026 · at Oklahoma City ThunderL 116-124
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Oklahoma City ThunderL 112-117
Orlando MagicLLLLW
Nov 7, 2026 · at Golden State WarriorsL 119-126
Nov 5, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsL 104-117
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Washington WizardsL 94-103
Nov 1, 2026 · vs Boston CelticsL 97-108
Oct 30, 2026 · at Toronto RaptorsW 121-114

Season series

Series starts 12/16
Feb 6, 2027ORL 0, CLE 0
Jan 7, 2027CLE 0, ORL 0
Dec 16, 2026CLE 0, ORL 0

Team pages

Cleveland Cavaliers
Schedule, roster and statsOrlando Magic
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic?

The game is on Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Kia Center, Orlando, FL.

How can I watch Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic?

TV: DAZN CLE.

What are the records of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Orlando Magic?

Cleveland Cavaliers: 5-6. Orlando Magic: 2-7.

Who is injured for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic?

Listed out or doubtful: Cleveland Cavaliers: Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson. Orlando Magic: Tristan da Silva, Jalen Suggs, Jonathan Isaac, Paolo Banchero. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Orlando Magic played?

Kia Center, Orlando, FL.

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