LiontipsCleveland vs Houston. Prediction and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
A victory over Houston might be just enough for Cleveland to clinch a play-off spot. J.B. Bickerstaff's men have a great chance for a success, because they played great in recent games, winning three matches in a row. Ohio team left no chance to Brooklyn (116:114 and 115:109) in two latest matches.
Cleveland is still among the best home teams in the Eastern conference. Cavaliers lost only eight home games in the current season. Only Milwaukee's result is better.
Houston is the worst team of the Eastern conference. Rockets are at the bottom of the standings with 18 victories to their name.
Texas team has a long spell without victories. They secured the most recent win ten days ago. Back then, Rockets managed to beat New Orleans (114:112). After that, club suffered four defeats in a row.
Trends
Ставка Cleveland: total over 119,5 points
Cavs failed to score more than 119 points in three latest matches
Ставка Porter: total under 4,5 rebounds
Kevin averages 5,4 rebounds per game on away matches
Tip and bets
Cleveland are quite successful on the defensive end. Cavaliers allowed Washington to score just 94 points and Brooklyn managed to score only 109. We are not expecting a successful offensive performance from the Rockets, so a bet on total under should be a good choice.
Our prediction - total under 226,5 points
Cleveland are much better than Houston. Bickerstaff's men are solid both offensively and defensively. Hosts should be able to secure a clear victory.
Our second bet - Handicap (-11,5) points on Cleveland
