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NBA Playoffs Get Decided: Cavaliers vs Magic in a Do-or-Die Game 7

This is it! The NBA playoffs are heating up, and the first series to go the full distance is the Cleveland Cavaliers facing off against the Orlando Magic. It all comes down to Game 7 on Sunday, May 5th, to see who advances to the next round.

Home Court Domination

One interesting fact about this series is that the HOME TEAM has WON EVERY SINGLE GAME so far. That means the pressure is on to keep that streak alive for the Cavs playing at Rocket Mortgage Field House in Cleveland.

Magic Pull Off Upset

Even though Cleveland has had the home court advantage, the Magic shouldn't be underestimated. They surprised everyone with a victory in Game 6, keeping their season alive even though Cavs star Donovan Mitchell put up a whopping 50 points!

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What to Watch in Game 7

Here's a quick rundown of what to expect in this high-stakes game:

• Tip-off: 1:00 pm Eastern Time (ET) on Sunday, May 5th
• Location: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland
• Watch it on: ABC or stream it live on fubo [NBA Game 7 on Fubo should be enough for viewers to find it]
• Odds: The sportsbooks favor the Cavs by 3.5 points. The total predicted score is around 194 points (O/U 194).

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Betting on the Big Game

If you're thinking of placing a bet, here are some insights from the experts:

• Low-Scoring Battle Expected: Look out for a defensive game! Even though the average game in this series has been high-scoring (around 195.5 points), experts predict a tighter contest with fewer points. This is because both teams have strong defenses and the pressure of a Game 7 can lead to more missed shots. So, consider betting on the total score being UNDER 194.5 points.

• Home Court Advantage... Maybe? Traditionally, the home team wins most Game 7s. But that statistic isn't as strong as it used to be. In recent years, the away team has actually won a fair number of these deciding games. However, considering the Cavs have won every home game this series and the Magic struggled on the road all season (finishing 19th in the league for road wins), the experts lean towards the Cavs winning by more than 3.5 points.

• Rebounding for Success: Since there will likely be a lot of missed shots, experts recommend betting on a player to have a lot of rebounds. A good option is Franz Wagner from the Magic. He's been averaging 7 rebounds per game in this series and is expected to play a lot in this crucial game.

Young Magic vs Experienced Cavs

This matchup is between a young and hungry Orlando team and a more experienced Cleveland squad. While the Magic's win in Game 6 shows they shouldn't be counted out, the Cavs' home court advantage and overall experience might give them the edge.

No matter who wins, this promises to be an exciting and close game! Tune in on Sunday to see who advances to the next round of the NBA playoffs.