Today’s Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Los Angeles Clippers matchup will take place at the Intuit Dome. This will be the first of two games between the two sides this year. The Eastern Conference team lost their first game against the Orlando Magic after reeling off 16 straight. Tonight’s hosts, meanwhile, have won three straight.
The away team has Evan Mobley listed as questionable with a foot injury. Coach Ty Lue, meanwhile, is with his full compliment of players, outside of Jordan Miller and Seth Lundy. Considering both teams are mostly healthy, this game should be more-or-less on even playing fields. This allows spectators to give a more complete evaluation of both playoff contenders for the upcoming postseason.
Over/Under for Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Los Angeles Clippers
Both defensive units can step up. More importantly, however, the point total is too high for this one. This game is more likely to stay on the lower scoring end of things. Both sides are probably going to be within the 110s in terms of scoring.
Someone like Donovan Mitchell or James Harden could go off and make things interesting. The defense of Kawhi Leonard and Jarrett Allen, for example, should be enough to prevent the over from hitting in this matchup.
Final pick: Under 232.5 (-115)
Moneyline/Spread for Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Los Angeles Clippers
Giants could fall twice in a row. In truth, though, Orlando tends to offer a stronger resistance despite their injuries than most would initially think. At full health and with an extended run together, coach Lue has a formidable side. This explains why the spread is as close as it is.
For tonight, though, the favorites most likely not only win, but also cover. The Cavs lost a tough one to the Magic. This, however, isn’t going to be a two-game losing streak following tonight. Getting and winning on the road can be tough, but today’s visitors get it done.
