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Magic Gaming failed to escape the hangover from an embarrassing loss to Jazz Gaming last week and continued their skid Tuesday, losing the series to Cavs Legion, 2-1. The Cavs employed a slightly different look for this series, with JoshJay making his season debut at power forward, while Godddof2k shifted to shooting guard due to Doza’s (personal) absence while All Hail Trey slid over to the small forward. Although the switch did not help them in the first game, the pieces came together in Games 2 and 3 as they sailed through both contests to take the win.

The first game was even in the early going, but the Cavs turned it up with 21 points in the second quarter to give them a 32-29 lead at the half. The Magic charged back with a 16-9 third-quarter run and came out on top with a final score of 59-54. Reizey got back on track with a 29-point, 10-assist double-double for the Magic, and DT also chipped in with 18 points and eight rebounds. On the losing end, Strainer put up another outstanding stat line, notching 27 points, five assists, three rebounds and two steals. oLarry also played well under the basket, recording an 18-point, 11-rebound double-double.

Cavs Legion made some adjustments and found a way to answer in Game 2, pulling off a decisive 67-55 win to even the series. Strainer once again led the way for the Cavs with 26 points and nine assists, but ESPY-winner oLarry really took over in the paint with 21 points and 17 rebounds. Reizey carried the Magic on his back with a whopping 37 points and four assists.

Cavs Legion jumped out to an early lead and then pulled away in Game 3, sealing the deal with a 64-47 win. Strainer once again exploded with a monstrous total, tallying 33 points and five assists. Godddof2k played the thief in a nice defensive effort, collecting a game-high four steals as Cavs Gaming was able to contain Reizey in this game, as he was held to only 17 points. ToXsiK tried to pick up the slack with a 16-point outing, but was unable to prevail.

Cavs Legion GC (2-3) will next face Knicks Gaming on Friday, while Magic Gaming (1-3) will face NetsGC in Week 5.