The Cavaliers are gearing up to take on the Sacramento Kings on Monday, Feb 5. The game is slated for 7:00 ET and will be broadcast on NBCS. Cleveland comes into this game as 4-point favorites with the total set at 234.5. How will this matchup unfold? Let’s get into the Cavaliers vs. Kings predictions below.
Cavaliers vs. Kings Odds
- Spread: Cavaliers -4
- Total 234.5
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Game Info
- Date: Monday, Feb 5
- Time: 7:00 ET
- Location: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland OH
- TV: NBCS
Kings Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Kings have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past ten road matchups, Sacramento has an ATS record of 6-4 while averaging 119 per game. The team went 6-4 overall in these games.
- Spanning across their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Kings have gone 6-4 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 4-6.
Cavaliers Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Cavaliers have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past five home matchups, Cleveland has an ATS record of 3-2 while averaging 115 per game. The team went 4-1 overall in these games.
- Cleveland has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 5-0 SU and 5-0 ATS in their last five games.
Can Sacramento Lock in a Road Win?
When it comes to their overall record, the Kings are 29-19 and have gone 2-1 in their last three games. This season, the Kings are 14-8 at home and 15-11 on the road.
In their most recent game, the Kings scored 123 points vs. the Bulls. They shot 50% from the field and knocked down 15 three-pointers. De’Aaron Fox is the team’s leading scorer, averaging 27.5 PPG. Domantas Sabonis is also a key contributor, coming into the game averaging 19.9 PPG.
On the season, the Sacramento Kings are giving up 117.5 points per game, which is 20th in the NBA. When playing on the road, they are allowing 114.5 points per contest, which is 14th in the league.
Over their last five games, the Kings’ defense has been even better, ranking 12th in the NBA, giving up 112.2 points per game. During this stretch, opponents have shot 46.3% from the field and 36.8% from three-point range.
For the season, Sacramento’s opponents are shooting 48.5% from the field and 38.7% from beyond the arc. When looking at three-point attempts allowed, the Kings are 12th in the NBA at 34.4 per game.
Do the Cavaliers Have What it Takes at Home?
As they prepare to face the Kings, the Cavaliers are hoping to add to their 31-16 record, which is above .500. In their 47 games, the Cavaliers are 20-10 vs. Eastern Conference teams and 11-6 in non-conference games.
In their most recent game, the Cavaliers’ offense scored 117 points, which is right around their average of 114.3 points per game. Overall, the Cavaliers are shooting 47% from the field this season, which is the 12th-best mark in the NBA. When it comes to three-pointers, the Cavaliers are 19th in percentage and 11th in three-pointers made.
So far this season, the Cavaliers are the 3rd ranked defense in the NBA, allowing just 109.7 points per game. In their last five games, they have been even better, ranking 4th in points allowed at 106.2 per game.
One area where Cleveland has been strong defensively is their ability to force turnovers. They are currently 10th in the league in steals at 7.8 per game. However, they have struggled to block shots, ranking just 23rd in the NBA in that category.
When it comes to defending the three-point line, the Cavaliers have been very good. They are 8th in the NBA in three-point shooting percentage allowed at 35.3%.
Cavaliers vs. Kings Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Donovan Mitchell and his points prop of 28.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -119 while the under is at -115. In this game against the Cavaliers, we suggest betting on the under for Donovan Mitchell and his points prop set at 28.5. Our player projection model anticipates him not reaching his prop, with a projected total of 28.
- The Prop: Donovan Mitchell Under 28.5 Points (-115)
Cavaliers vs. Kings Predictions
As the underdogs with a spread of +4, we recommend going with the Kings on the point spread. We not only see them covering the spread but also have a strong likelihood of winning this one outright, especially if you’re seeking a higher payout on the moneyline.
Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 234.5 and given that our model is projecting 229 points between the teams, we like the under.
The Pick: Kings +4 | at Fanduel Sportsbook