Orlando Magic vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Injury Report and Game 1 Preview
Cavaliers Rule Out Dean Wade for Game 1
The Cleveland Cavaliers have ruled out backup forward Dean Wade for Game 1 of their Eastern Conference Quarterfinals series against the Orlando Magic due to a sprained knee.
Injury Update
Wade suffered the injury in the final game of the regular season against the Charlotte Hornets. He missed the last 19 games of the season as a result and has not yet been cleared to return. The absence of Wade is a significant blow to the Cavaliers' depth, as he is a versatile defender who can guard multiple positions.
Magic Injury Report
The Orlando Magic have no reported injuries heading into Game 1.
Game 1 Preview
The Cavaliers and Magic are both coming off of disappointing first-round exits last season. The Cavaliers were swept by the New York Knicks, while the Magic lost in five games to the Milwaukee Bucks. Both teams will be looking to make a statement in Game 1 and take an early lead in the series. The Cavaliers have the home-court advantage but the Magic are a young and hungry team that is capable of pulling off an upset. Game 1 is set to tip off at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, April 20.
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