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Cleveland - Charlotte. NBA match forecast
On January 6, the Eastern Conference leader Cleveland will meet one of its outsiders, Charlotte. The Cavaliers continue to impress with their stability, stamping out victories one after another. Their opponents, the Hornets, are in crisis, but are trying to get into shape after the return of some key players. Will the visitors be able to create a sensation and interrupt the hosts' winning streak? - find out in our forecast
Command Analysis
Cleveland Cavaliers
USACurrent form
The Cavaliers are confidently leading the Eastern Conference, demonstrating a high level of play and stability. Kenny Atkinson team has won 9 of the last 10 games, showing a perfect balance between attack and defense. In the last game against Dallas (134:122), Cleveland dominated on both halves of the court, and Evan Mobley scored an impressive 34 points.
The home arena remains a true fortress for the Cavs, where they have lost only once this season. The team continues to strengthen its position, and in the match against Charlotte they intend to extend their winning streak. Most of the players are in good physical shape, which makes Cleveland a clear favorite in the upcoming confrontation.
Disqualifications and injuries
Isaac Okoro and Luke Travers will miss the next match due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Cavaliers have won their last seven home games.
Projected lineup: Mobley - Wade, Allen - Garland, Mitchell.
Charlotte Hornets
USACurrent form
The Hornets continue to struggle this season, occupying the penultimate place in the Eastern Conference. Charles Lee team suffered a defeat in the last match against Detroit (94:98), where, despite a tough fight, they were unable to cope with the opponent precise play at the end.
One of Charlotte biggest problems remains their weak defense, which is especially noticeable on the road. However, the return of several key players to the lineup gives hope for an improvement in results. In a match against the conference leader, the visitors will have to demonstrate maximum dedication to expect success.
Disqualifications and injuries
Tre Mann and Grant Williams will be out next game, while LaMelo Ball, Daquan Jackson and Brandon Miller are close to returning.
Interesting facts for betting
The Hornets have gone nine games without a win.
Probable lineup: Green - Bridges, Williams - Curry, Micic.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Cleveland win
The Cavs have won in the first quarter in 4 of their last 5 head-to-head games.
1.45Bet 1st quarter: total over 56.5 points
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games, more than 56 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.88Tip and bets
Cleveland is in great shape, and their confident play makes them absolute favorites of the upcoming match. The team continues to score points and strengthen its leadership in the conference, demonstrating a high level of play both in attack and defense.
Charlotte, despite all efforts, cannot get out of the crisis yet. It will be extremely difficult for them to impose their game against the leader of the East, but they will try to put up a fight and show character. In our opinion, the hosts will confidently cope with the task and add another victory to their piggy bank, but the visitors will not lose face either.
Our prediction is a Charlotte win with a handicap of (+16.5) points for 1.70
Bet on total
A spectacular match with a large number of points is expected. Cleveland is at its peak and is doing great in attack, and Charlotte, despite its problems, will try to respond with counterattacks. In our opinion, the overall total will be broken.
Forecast - total over 220 points for 1.65
Bet on statistics
The Cavaliers will likely take advantage of their opponent weaknesses in defense and show a confident game in attack. The strength of the home field and the stable form of the team leaders will help Cleveland beat the individual total.
Prediction - Cleveland individual total over 117 points for 1.70
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