With both teams missing pivotal players, Rhinos hit back from 10-6 down at the break to secure a victory which boosted their hopes of a top-six finish.
It was Leeds' third successive Magic Weekend win and Tigers' first defeat at Newcastle's St James' Park.
Here's how the Rhinos players rated, plus marks for Tigers and the referee.
19. Referee: Ben Thaler
First Super League game of the season, there were a couple of question marks, but overall he was fine 8 Photo: Tony Johnson
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