If you’re looking for Celtics vs. Cavaliers predictions, you’ve come to the right place. The Cavaliers are on the move to take on the Celtics on Thursday, Dec 14 at 7:30 ET. At present, the total is set at 226.5, and the Celtics are favored by 9 at home. Keep reading to get our Celtics vs. Cavaliers player props and predictions.
Celtics vs. Cavaliers Odds
- Spread: Celtics -9
- Total 226.5
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Game Info
- Date: Thursday, Dec 14
- Time: 7:30 ET
- Location: TD Garden, Boston MA
- TV: NBCS
Cavaliers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Cavaliers have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 3-1-1 vs. the spread.
- In their last five road games, Cleveland has averaged 110 points per game while allowing 108 . The team’s record in this stretch was 3-2 while going 3-1-1 vs. the spread.
- As the betting underdog, the Cavaliers have an ATS mark of just 5-5 in their last ten games. Cleveland posted a straight up mark of 4-6 in these matchups.
Celtics Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Celtics have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- In their last five games at home, the Celtics have a straight up record of 2-3 while going 0-5 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 107 points per game in these contests.
- Through their last three matchups as the betting favorite, the Celtics have a good straight up record, but their ATS mark is just 1-2.
Can the Cavaliers Offense Score Enough on the Road?
Coming into today’s matchup against the Celtics, the Cavaliers have a record above .500 at 13-11. In the Eastern Conference, the team is currently ranked 9th and 3rd in the Central division.
In their recent game, the Cavaliers’ offense concluded with 113 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 110.6 points per contest. Leading the Cavaliers in scoring vs. the Celtics was Donovan Mitchell with his 29 points. Darius Garland also added 26 points for the Cavaliers.
So far, the Cavaliers’ defense is ranked 7th in the league at 110.7 points per contest.
On two point field goal attempts, the Cavaliers’ defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 51.4% and allowing 35.6% from beyond the arc.
Is a Home Win Possible for Boston?
The Celtics come into today’s game vs. the Cavaliers with a record of 17-5. In their last ten games, they are 7-3. As for their place in the Eastern Conference, the Celtics are on top and they are also in 1st place in the Atlantic Division.
In their recent matchup, the Celtics offense ended with 120 points against the Cavaliers. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 45.2% and made 18 threes. Up to this point, the Celtics’ offense has been efficient inside the arc, posting a two-point field goal percentage of 57%. In terms of pace, they are 20th in the NBA possessions per game (98.2).
Coming into today’s game, the Celtics’ defense is giving up an average of 109.0 points per contest.
In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Celtics defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 49.8% while allowing 36.7% from downtown.
Celtics vs. Cavaliers Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Donovan Mitchell and his points prop of 27.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -106 while the under is at -129. In this game against the Celtics, we suggest betting on the under for Donovan Mitchell and his points prop set at 27.5. Our player projection model anticipates him not reaching his prop, with a projected total of 22.
- The Prop: Donovan Mitchell Under 27.5 Points (-129)
Celtics vs. Cavaliers Predictions
For a pick on the point-spread in this Celtics vs. Cavaliers matchup, our bet is to grab the Cavaliers at +9. Even though our projections have the Celtics winning 111-107, we see the Cavaliers as the play on the point-spread.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 226.5 and our model has the Cavaliers and Celtics finishing with a combined 218 points. Our pick is to take the under.
The Pick: Cavaliers +9 | at Fanduel Sportsbook