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Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers (2-0) and Washington Wizards (0-1) meet Saturday at Capital One Arena with tip-off set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Cavaliers vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Cleveland swept 4-0 last season

The Cavaliers are coming off a cover as 10.5-point favorites in a 113-101 victory over the visiting Detroit Pistons with the Under (224) hitting.

Cleveland showcased a balanced attack, with all 5 starters scoring double figures. F Dean Wade and G Donovan Mitchell led with 19 points apiece, while C Jarrett Allen posted his first double-double of the season, finishing with 17 points and 11 rebounds.

The Wizards fell short in their season opener, losing 122-102 to the defending champion Boston Celtics and failing to cover as 14-point home underdogs. The Under (231) cashed.

G Jordan Poole led Washington with 26 points, but rookie F Alexandre Sarr, the No. 2 overall pick, had a rough debut, scoring just 2 points on 1-of-7 shooting. Washington’s struggles from 3-point range were evident, shooting just 7 for 36 (19.4%).

Cavaliers at Wizards odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 2:37 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Cavaliers -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Wizards +340 (bet $100 to win $340)
Against the spread (ATS): Cavaliers -9.5 (-110) | Wizards +9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Cavaliers at Wizards key injuries

Cavaliers

G Max Strus (ankle) out

Wizards

G Saddiq Bey (knee) out
G Malcolm Brogdon (thumb) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Cavaliers at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Cavaliers 124, Wizards 111

Moneyline

PASS.

I’m taking the Cavaliers (-450) to win and cover, as they’ve won 9 of the last 10 meetings. Instead of betting nearly 5 units to win just 1, though, focus on the spread. The Cavaliers should secure a comfortable victory.

Against the spread

BET CAVALIERS -9.5 (-110).

The Cavaliers, despite missing Strus, have hit the ground running this season and are 9.5-point favorites against the Wizards, who are without Brogdon and Bey.

Even with Poole’s standout game in their last outing, the Wizards were unable to keep up and faced a significant loss.

The Cavaliers are clearly the superior team, displaying great chemistry and performance thus far. I expect them to continue their winning streak with a solid victory, comfortably covering the spread against a struggling Wizards squad.

Over/Under

BET OVER 229.5 (-110).

Taking the Over makes sense given both teams’ playing styles. Last season, Washington struggled with 3-point shooting, but frequently launched attempts from Poole and F Kyle Kuzma. Its young lineup led the NBA in pace while finishing last in defensive rating, leading to numerous high-scoring affairs.

On the other hand, Cleveland boasts a formidable frontcourt with Allen and F Evan Mobley, who are ready to dominate inside. With the expected fast pace and offensive opportunities, this game should easily surpass the projected total.

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Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Cleveland Cavaliers (33-22) take on the Washington Wizards (24-28) Monday at Capital One Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Cavaliers vs. Wizards odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Cavaliers cruised to a 122-103 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday as 4.5-point road favorites. Cleveland is on a 2-game winning streak and has won 4 of its last 6 games.

The Wizards lost to the Brooklyn Nets 125-123 on Saturday and were unable to cover as 1-point favorites on the road. Washington has lost 2 games in a row following a 6-game winning streak.

In the 1st game of 3 meeting this season on Oct. 30, the Cavaliers beat the Wizards 117-107 in overtime as 3.5-point favorites at home as the 216.5 Over cashed.

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Cavaliers at Wizards odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:21 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Cavaliers -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Wizards +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
Against the spread (ATS): Cavaliers -3.5 (-112) | Wizards +3.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Cavaliers at Wizards key injuries

Cavaliers

Not yet submitted

Wizards

G Bradley Beal (foot) questionable
F Kyle Kuzma (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Cavaliers at Wizards picks and predictions

Prediction

Cavaliers 111, Wizards 102

Moneyline

PASS.

I wouldn’t advise taking the moneyline for the Cavaliers at the current odds, but if you can get them at -150 odds or better, it’s worth taking straight up.

Against the spread

CAVALIERS -3.5 (-112) is how I’d wager on the spread assuming Cleveland has most of its starters available on the 2nd leg of a back-to-back. The Wizards could be without both Beal and Kuzma, while the Cavaliers own the 2nd-best net rating in the NBA.

The Cavaliers are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games overall.

Over/Under

With Cleveland on a back-to-back and Washington shorthanded, UNDER 221.5 (-115) appears to be the ideal choice. The Cavaliers are No. 1 in defensive rating right now and they play at the slowest pace in the NBA.

Cleveland has gone Under in each of its last 4 games following a win and in each of its last 6 games on 0 days of rest. The Under is also 5-2 in the last 7 meetings between the Cavaliers and the Wizards.

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Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Cleveland Cavaliers (20-14) travel to Capital One Arena Thursday to take on the Washington Wizards (17-17). Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Cavaliers vs. Wizards odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

After failing to cover on the road against the Pelicans on Tuesday, the Cleveland Cavaliers will head to the nation’s capital. They’ll now be without G Ricky Rubio for the season.

A focal point of the team, Rubio tore his ACL recently. Due to protocols, the Cavaliers, who have been the best covering team in the league, will be down two other starters. They’ll be missing at least three starters.

Similarly, the Wizards will be without several key players. Washington is 15-18-1 ATS this season. They’re 4-2 overall on the season without Beal in the lineup.

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Cavaliers at Wizards odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 2:01 p.m. ET.

Money line: Cavaliers +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Wizards -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Cavaliers +3.5 (-105) | Wizards -3.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 210.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Cavaliers at Wizards key injuries

Cavaliers

G Ricky Rubio (knee) out
G Darius Garland (health and safety protocols) out
C Jarrett Allen (reconditioning) doubtful
SF Cedi Osman (health and safety protocols) out
C Ed Davis (health and safety protocols) out

Wizards

G Bradley Beal (health and safety protocols) questionable
G Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (health and safety protocols) questionable
PF Davis Bertans (health and safety protocols) questionable
SG Aaron Holiday (health and safety protocols) out
PG Raul Neto (health and safety protocols) out
C Thomas Bryant (health and safety protocols) out
F Rui Hachimura (health and safety protocols) out
F Montrezl Harrell (health and safety protocols) out

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Cavaliers at Wizards odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Cavaliers 106, Wizards 103

Money line

SPRINKLE on the CAVALIERS (+140) as they will still have talented players like C Evan Mobley and PF Kevin Love taking the court.

The Cavaliers have been one of the best defensive teams in the league this season, and it’s almost entirely been on the back of Mobley and Allen.

Without their best scorer, the Wizards will look to PG Spencer Dinwiddie and F Kyle Kuzma, both of which have been inconsistent throughout their careers. The Wizards are .500, but they have a -2.9 net rating.

They’re worse than their record indicates. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers have the fourth-best net rating yet the ninth-best record. They’re better than their record indicates.

It’s tough to bet with so many players out, but I’d put a fraction of a unit on the Cavaliers to win outright. I like the points here for better value.

Against the spread

BET on the CAVALIERS +3.5 (-105). While the guard play will be average at best, the Cavs have talent in their frontcourt. Cleveland F Lauri Markkanen has hit double figures in seven of his last 10 games.

The trio of Markkanen, Love and Mobley should be able to limit the Wizards. Harrell’s absence is also much more important as it seems as he’s arguably the best sixth man in the league.

The Cavaliers have the second-best defensive rating. In a game down so many key scorers, I’ll take the better defensive team.

Over/Under

“LEAN” to the UNDER 210.5 (-107) as I’m not prepared to trust many of the score-first players that will be dependent on in this game.

Kuzma and Dinwiddie have been the main options for the Wizards while the Cavaliers will be trusting Love and Mobley to get the job done offensively. With both teams in the bottom 12 in pace, I’ll take fewer points in this one.

Also, Cleveland is just 13-21 on the O/U, so it’s been far from profitable betting on their matchups to score more than the projected total.

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Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Cleveland Cavaliers (12-10) travel to Capital One Arena Friday to take on the Washington Wizards (14-8). Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Cavaliers vs. Wizards odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Wizards come into this home match with the Cavaliers having won three of their last four games.

Led by superstar G Bradley Beal, the Wizards have been good for bettors so far this season. They’re 12-10 against the spread (ATS) and have outperformed preseason expectations, currently sitting in 3rd place in the Eastern Conference.

The Cavaliers, led by C Jarrett Allen and G Darius Garland, are another team that has been better than expected. The Cavs are fifth in the Eastern Conference and are the best ATS team in the NBA with a 15-5-2 record.

They’ve been so good against the spread in part by being 7-4 straight up on the road. The Wizards are 8-2 at home, so this should be a good Friday night battle between two top teams in the East.

Cavaliers at Wizards odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:37 p.m. ET.

Money line: Cavaliers +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Wizards -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Cavaliers +3.5 (-115) | Wizards -3.5 (-107)
Over/Under (O/U): 208.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

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Cavaliers at Wizards key injuries

Cavaliers

G Collin Sexton (knee) out
G Cedi Osman (back) out
F Dean Wade (calf) doubtful

Wizards

F Rui Hachimura (reconditioning) out
C Thomas Bryant (knee) out
F Deni Avdija (illness) questionable

Cavaliers at Wizards odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Cavaliers 105, Wizards 101

Money line

BET on the CAVALIERS (+125). The Cavaliers have the league’s sixth-best net rating and are better than their record indicates. Cleveland has won three straight games, and three of their last five, despite Sexton being out.

They’ve only lost to the Phoenix Suns and Brooklyn Nets, both by five points, in their last five games.

The Wizards are actually worse than their record indicates. Despite being over .500, the Wizards have a -3.3 net rating which ranks 22nd in the league.

With Allen down low and being a dominant force this season for the Cavs, the Wizards will need an absurd scoring night from Beal to come out with a win. I don’t see that happening against a top-five defense.

Back the Cavs in this one.

Against the spread

“LEAN” to the CAVALIERS +3.5 (-115). Despite there being value here as well I prefer to go for the money line as the odds are just a better bang for your buck.

Over/Under

BET on the UNDER 208.5 (-115) as we’re seeing some reverse line movement. The majority of the money is being placed on the Over according to pregame.com, while the Under continues to dwindle.

Usually, when sportsbooks feel confident enough in their position to continue to want bettors to take one side and not look for the 50/50 split, it’s good to follow.

The Cavaliers also have a top-five defense and are missing their best scorer.

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Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Cleveland Cavaliers at Washington Wizards NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Cleveland Cavaliers (21-38) travel to meet the Washington Wizards (26-33) Sunday at Capital One Arena. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Cavaliers-Wizards odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Cavaliers head into the game with losses in four of the past five outings, including a 108-102 loss at the Charlotte Hornets Friday. Cleveland is also just 1-4 against the spread (ATS) in those five games.

The Wizards roll in on a seven-game win streak. They are in 10th place in the Eastern Conference all of a sudden – good enough for the final spot in the play-in tournament – and just three games back of the eighth-place Hornets. Washington has covered six of its past seven, and nine of its past 11, too.

It’s hard to believe, but Cleveland and Washington haven’t yet met this season. They had two postponements due to COVID-19 issues and will face each other twice in six days, and three times before May 14.

Cavaliers at Wizards: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 8:51 p.m. ET.

Money line: Cavaliers +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Wizards -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Cavaliers +9 (-110) | Wizards -9 (-110)
Over/Under: 228.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Cavaliers at Wizards: Key injuries

Cavaliers

SG Damyean Dotson (knee) questionable
SF Taurean Prince (ankle) out
PG Collin Sexton (concussion) out
SG Dylan Windler (knee) out

Wizards

SF Deni Avdija (ankle) out
PF Rui Hachimura (knee) out

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Cavaliers at Wizards: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Wizards 120, Cavaliers 104

Money line (ML)

The Wizards (-400) will cost you four times your potential return. While they’re red-hot and should paste the skidding Cavaliers, that’s still too much risk. Plus, this is exactly the kind of game Cleveland has been winning all season. The Cavs win when they’re not supposed to, and lose when they should be in line for a win. The Cavs are very erratic.

PASS.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The WIZARDS -9 (-110) are the more consistent team lately, by far, rattling off seven straight wins with six covers. Yes, a few of the games have been against the dregs of the league, including two against OKC. However, they also had nice road wins in Utah and Sacramento, and a home win against Golden State as 2-point underdogs.

The Cavaliers have played well in this type of spot, but don’t let that dissuade you from backing the better team, and right now that’s easily Washington.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 228.5 (-110) is the way to go. Washington has rolled up 121.7 points per game (PPG) during its seven-game win streak, and it is allowing just 107.5 PPG across the past four.

While the Wiz are scoring mad points, the Cavaliers are struggling to put the ball in the bucket, and that’s what is driving this Under play here. With the exception of a 121-point explosion against the Chicago Bulls Wednesday, the Cavs have scored 105 or fewer points in five of the past six.

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