LiontipsMinnesota vs Cleveland. Prediction and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Minnesota have lost only one of six latest matches, they suffered an unexpected away defeat to Detroit (118:135). On January 3, Timberwolves secured a home victory over the Western conference leader, Denver (124:111). With 21 victories and 22 defeats, Minneapolis team is currently 9th in the Western conference.
Cleveland Cavaliers are going through a turbulent season. Cavaliers secured two victories in three latest matches, taking away wins over Portland (119:113) and Phoenix (112:98). But team suffered an away defeat to Utah (114:116). With 27 victories and 16 defeats, Ohio team is at the 4th position in the Eastern conference standings.
Trends
СтавкаMinnesota: total over 111.5 points
Timberwolves average 115 points per game
СтавкаCleveland: total under 113,5 points
Cavaliers average 112 points per game
Tip and bets
Bookmakers are giving a significant edge to Cleveland in this game. On November, Cleveland suffered a defeat to Minnesota. It is extremely important for J.B. Bickerstaff's men to get revenge on the opponent, plus team is fighting for a play-off spot.
Our prediction - Cleveland to win
Head-to-head matches between these teams are usually high-scoring. On November, teams broke the 250-point mark. Minnesota average 117 points per game at home, while Cavaliers score 110 on away. We are expecting another high-scoring performance from the opponents.
Our second bet is on total over 223,5 points
