Cavaliers Advance in NBA Playoffs

Cavs to Face Celtics in Second Round

Cleveland, Ohio - May 16, 2023

The Cleveland Cavaliers have advanced to the second round of the NBA playoffs after defeating the Orlando Magic 4-2 in their first-round series. Darius Garland led the Cavs with 23 points and 10 assists, while Evan Mobley added 18 points and 12 rebounds. The Cavs will now face the Boston Celtics in the second round, with Game 1 scheduled for Sunday, May 21.

The Magic were led by Franz Wagner, who had 20 points and 6 rebounds. Wendell Carter Jr. added 18 points and 10 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Cavs' balanced attack.