Can the Cavaliers defeat the Heat?

The Cavaliers and the Heat will meet for the third time this season at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. Both sides have shared the wins in the two head-to-head meetings this season. Who will win this time around? Our basketball betting expert, Agbeniga Ayobami, presents her top Cavaliers vs Heat predictions.

Cavaliers vs Heat Predictions & Tips

• The Cavaliers -4.5 @ 1xbet
• Under 230 points @ 1xbet
• Donovan Mitchell Over 25 points @ 1xbet

Our Cavaliers vs Heat prediction is for the Cavaliers to cover the spread.

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The Cavaliers to Win at Home

The Heat have not been in the best form recently, losing 4 of their last 5 games. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers are 33-31-2 against the spread this season. Hence, based on the stats and the odds, it is clear the Cavaliers are the bettors’ favourite.

Additionally, the Cavaliers will play the Pacers on Tuesday, before settling scores with the Heat on Thursday. They have covered 56.4% of their games with a one-day rest advantage. Therefore, they are in a better position to win this clash and even cover the spread.

In this Cavaliers vs Heat predictions piece, I will tip the Cavaliers to cover the spread, owing to the present form and stats of the two teams.

Bet 1: The Cavaliers -4.5 @ 1xbet

Both Sides excel defensively

Both sides have been strong defensively this season, and this will be evident in the total points scored at the end of the game. Opponents have averaged 109.4 points against the Cavaliers, positioning them as the 4th best defence in the NBA.

Although the Heat are not the favourite in this clash, they have also restricted their opponents to an average of 109.6 points per game. This puts them 5th in the NBA.

Given the defensive strengths of both teams, going for under 230 points in this clash is a wise pick.

Bet 2: Under 230 points @ 1xbet

Donovan Mitchell to Shine

Donovan Mitchell is currently free from injuries and his presence on the board will forever be a threat to other teams.

With an average of 27.7 points per game, Mitchell ranks 5th in the NBA. He has been superb playing against the Heat.

Donovan has averaged 23.2 points, 4.3 assists, and 4.2 rebounds in 15 games against the Heat. He has averaged 29 points in his last 3 games against the Heat. Therefore, nothing should stop him from getting at least 25 points here.

Bet 3: Donovan Mitchell Over 25 points @ 1xbet

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