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Jameer Nelson scored 22 points leading the Magic to a 108-104 victory over Cleveland at Amway Center on Friday.
Orlando won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the 4.5-point spread. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 185.5.
Orlando got 19 points from Arron Afflalo and another 18 points from J.J. Redick. Jameer Nelson contributed 6 assists, while Glen Davis cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Cleveland got 25 points from Dion Waiters in a losing cause and another 19 points from Anderson Varejao. Daniel Gibson contributed 6 assists for the Cavaliers, while Anderson Varejao had 17 rebounds.
Orlando trailed at halftime, 51-45.
The rebound battle favored Cleveland as they grabbed 38 boards, while Orlando only had 36.
Orlando looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Celtics. The Cavaliers will aim to get back on the winning track at Miami.