LiontipsCleveland vs New York. Predictions and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Cavs are trying to not only secure their play-off spot, but also to break away from Philadelphia. Club managed to improve the results in the current season, young players and Kevin Love surely made an impact.
Cleveland recorded an important victory in the previous game, beating Oklahoma (94:87). J.B. Bickerstaff's men put up a great performance at home. Cavaliers will try to extend their success, because now they will host a very inconsistent opponent.
Knicks are slowly gaining form, but there is still room for improvement. Tom Thibodeau's men recently returned to the Top-10 of the Eastern Conference, but now is not the time to slow down.
New York managed to record a victory in the most recent match, but Clippers fought until the end (110:102). Support of home fans means a lot at Madison Square Garden. New Yorkers are now higher than Washington in the standings, now they will try to catch up to Boston and Toronto. Now team is approaching the away match against the Cavs, so Knicks will have to do their best to fight for the victory.
Trends
СтавкаCleveland: total over 105,5 points
Club managed to beat the total in three out of five most recent matches
СтавкаFirst points scored - a two-pointer
In four out of five most recent head-to-head matches a game started with a two-point shot
Tip and bets
Cleveland were looking great in recent matches. Out of five most recent games they lost only one, so team is going in right direction. Cavs will be a favourite in home match, but Tom Thibodeau's men shouldn't be underestimated.
New York are trying to fight for the play-off spot. Team is looking great in away matches, so visitors have everything to put up a fight. Overall, we think that Knicks will be able to avoid a blowout.
Our prediction - Handicap (+8.5) points for New York Knicks
Cavs will try to take the matter into their own hands at home. A victory in the previous match surely brought motivation to the Knicks, so we think that they will do everything to outscore the opponent.
Our second bet is on total over 198 points
