Live Updates: Donovan Mitchells Cavs take on Paolo Bancheros Magic on a six

The Cavaliers and Magic are facing off in an exciting game to kick off our ESPN doubleheader.

What we know about Wednesday night’s games:

• The ESPN doubleheader begins with Donovan Mitchell’s Cavaliers taking on Paolo Banchero’s Magic (7:30 ET), as Orlando pursues their fifth consecutive win.
• Following that, Kevin Durant’s Rockets will play against Nikola Jokić’s Nuggets (10 ET) in the nightcap.

MARCH 11, 2026 // 8:52 ET

Magic and Cavs tied at the half

62-all on ESPN. Donovan Mitchell and James Harden both have 16 points each for Cleveland, while Paolo Banchero leads Orlando with 17 points. Both teams are shooting over 51%, with eight lead changes and seven ties so far.

MARCH 11, 2026 // 8:40 ET

A duel up north

The Pelicans are leading 33-32 against the Raptors with 10:19 remaining in the second quarter. Immanuel Quickley has 13 points, and Trey Murphy III has 14 points early in the game.

MARCH 11, 2026 // 8:15 ET

Spida scoring

Donovan Mitchell is the only player in double figures so far with 12 points for the Cavaliers. The game is tied at 40 with just over 10 minutes left in the half on ESPN.

MARCH 11, 2026 // 7:45 ET

The Magic are flowing

Orlando leads 18-17 over the Cavs with 6:06 remaining in the first quarter on ESPN. All six Magic players who have entered the game have scored, showcasing their teamwork.

MARCH 11, 2026 // 6:30 ET

Amen Thompson rising

The Rockets’ second-year wing, Amen Thompson, has played the second-most minutes in the NBA over the last five games, totaling 188.3 minutes. He is shooting 64.3% from the field and has a +24 mark. Check out his best plays.

MARCH 11, 2026 // 6:00 ET

Welcome to a six-game night!

Donovan Mitchell’s Cavaliers are in Orlando to take on Paolo Banchero’s Magic in our ESPN doubleheader. The night also features Kevin Durant’s Rockets against Nikola Jokić’s Nuggets (10 ET). Here’s the full schedule:

• 7:30 ET: Cavaliers vs. Magic
• 10 ET: Rockets vs. Nuggets