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Cavaliers vs Celtics

Cavaliers and Celtics Clash in Eastern Conference Showdown

Cleveland Cavaliers

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Boston Celtics

February 28th 2025 | 7:00 PM EST | TD Garden, Boston, MA​

Boston Celtics
Grade B+: Cleveland Cavaliers Moneyline (+100)

The Cleveland Cavaliers, currently on a six-game winning streak, visit the Boston Celtics, who have won four of their last five games. The Cavaliers boast a healthy roster, while the Celtics have key players listed as questionable: Jaylen Brown (thigh) and Jrue Holiday (finger). In their previous matchups this season, both teams secured home victories, with Donovan Mitchell averaging 28 points per game against Boston, and Jayson Tatum contributing 26 points per game against Cleveland. With both teams having played over 50 games, this contest holds significant playoff implications, as the Cavaliers aim to maintain their lead in the Eastern Conference, while the Celtics strive to close the gap. Considering the Cavaliers' recent form and the Celtics' potential absences, betting on Cleveland to win straight up (Moneyline: +100) is advisable. This prediction earns a B+ grade due to the competitive nature of both teams and the value presented by the odds.

Grade B+: Cleveland Cavaliers Spread +1.5

The Cleveland Cavaliers, riding a six-game winning streak, visit the Boston Celtics, who have won four of their last five games. The Cavaliers' roster remains healthy, while the Celtics face potential absences with Jaylen Brown (thigh) and Jrue Holiday (finger) listed as questionable. In previous matchups this season, both teams secured home victories, with Donovan Mitchell averaging 28 points per game against Boston, and Jayson Tatum contributing 26 points per game against Cleveland. With both teams having played over 50 games, this contest holds significant playoff implications, as the Cavaliers aim to maintain their lead in the Eastern Conference, while the Celtics strive to close the gap. Considering the Cavaliers' recent form and the Celtics' potential absences, betting on Cleveland to cover the +1.5 point spread (-110) is advisable. This prediction earns a B+ grade due to the competitive nature of both teams and the slight edge presented by the Cavaliers' momentum and health.

Grade B+: Over 234.5 Total Points

The Cleveland Cavaliers, riding a six-game winning streak, face the Boston Celtics, who have won four of their last five games. The Cavaliers' roster is healthy, while the Celtics have Jaylen Brown (thigh) and Jrue Holiday (finger) listed as questionable. In previous matchups this season, both teams secured home victories, with Donovan Mitchell averaging 28 points per game against Boston, and Jayson Tatum contributing 26 points per game against Cleveland. With both teams having played over 50 games, this contest holds significant playoff implications, as the Cavaliers aim to maintain their Eastern Conference lead, while the Celtics strive to close the gap. Considering both teams' offensive strengths and potential defensive absences, betting on the over 234 points is advisable. This prediction earns a B+ grade due to the high-scoring potential and the competitive nature of both teams.

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