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Cavs Hold Commanding Lead Over Magic in Game 2

17-Point Advantage in the Third Quarter

In the third quarter of Tuesday night's Game 2 matchup between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Orlando Magic, the Cavs surged ahead with a 17-point lead, their largest advantage in the game. Former Net Jarrett Allen led the charge with a dominant performance.

Cavaliers Dominate Third Quarter

The Cavs' dominance in the third quarter was evident in their offensive and defensive efforts. They converted 50% of their field goal attempts and held the Magic to a mere 33.3% success rate. Allen led the way with 12 points in the quarter, followed by Darius Garland with 8 points.

Defensively, the Cavs forced the Magic into turnovers and contested their shots effectively. The Magic were held to 21 points in the third quarter, allowing the Cavs to build a comfortable cushion.

Series Shifts to Cleveland

With the Cavs holding a 17-point lead heading into the fourth quarter, Game 2 seems to be slipping away from the Magic. The series will now shift to Cleveland for Game 3, where the Cavs will have the home-court advantage.