Two outstanding defensive teams here in what should be an intense, grind-it-out opening-round Eastern Conference series. Throw in an unusual start time and a six-day rust factor and the Under should pay off.

Neither team hasn't played in six days. The Magic could be tight, too, since this is their first playoff game since 2020.

Orlando has a bottom-seven offense, but is very strong defensively. The Magic ranked fourth in fewest points allowed per game, gave up the second-fewest field goals and ranked No. 2 in defensive rebounding.

The Cavaliers gave up the seventh-fewest points per game in the NBA. They also were third in defensive two-pointers allowed and ranked sixth in defensive field goal percentage.

An early day time start is another factor favoring the Under.