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Denver Nuggets at Cleveland Cavaliers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Denver Nuggets at Cleveland Cavaliers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA matchup analysis, picks and tips.

The Denver Nuggets (42-20) travel to meet the Cleveland Cavaliers (17-45) at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland at 7:30 p.m. ET Saturday. We analyze the Nuggets-Cavaliers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

Nuggets at Cavaliers: Key Injuries

Nuggets

  • C Bol Bol (foot) out
  • PF Noah Vonleh (ankle) questionable

Cavaliers

  • C Andre Drummond (calf) questionable
  • PG Dante Exum (ankle) out
  • PG Darius Garland (groin) out
  • SF Alfonzo McKinnie (foot) questionable
  • SG Kevin Porter Jr. (concussion) out
  • C Tristan Thompson (knee) questionable
  • SF Dean Wade (ankle) questionable
  • SG Dylan Windler (shin) out

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Nuggets at Cavaliers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 10:30 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Nuggets 116, Cavaliers 106

Moneyline (ML)

The Nuggets (-455) are heavy favorites, and they’re not likely to flame out against the lowly Cavaliers (+333). Still, you cannot lay nearly four times your potential return. AVOID.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Nuggets ML returns a profit of just $2.20 if they win. A $10 bet on the Cavaliers ML returns a profit of $33.30.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The NUGGETS (-9.5, -106) have managed just two covers in the past eight outings, and they’re just 1-4 ATS in the past five against teams with a winning percentage under .400. However, they have bounced back nicely after non-covers, going 9-4 ATS in the past 13. Plus, the Cavaliers (+9.5, -115) are super banged up, and just 5-12-1 ATS in the past 18 games at home, while going 8-17-1 ATS in the past 26 against winning teams.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 218.5 (-110) is worth a small-unit play, but this one might actually be close to the number. The over is 4-1-1 in Denver’s past six overall, and a perfect 8-0 in their past eight as a road favorite. You can’t bet against that. The over is also 4-1 in Cleveland’s past five at home, and 5-2 in the past seven overall.

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Utah Jazz at Cleveland Cavaliers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Monday’s Utah Jazz at Cleveland Cavaliers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Utah Jazz (37-22) travel to meet the Cleveland Cavaliers (17-43) at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland at 7 p.m. ET Monday. We analyze the Jazz-Cavaliers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

Jazz at Cavaliers: Key Injuries

Jazz

  • PG Nigel Williams-Goss (quadriceps) out

Cavaliers

  • PG Dante Exum (ankle) out
  • PG Darius Garland (groin) out
  • SF Alfonzo McKinnie (foot) out
  • C Tristan Thompson (knee) out
  • SG Dylan Windler (shin) out

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Jazz at Cavaliers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 8:25 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Jazz 115, Cavaliers 108

Moneyline (ML)

The Jazz (-400) are a good bet to win on the road against the Cavaliers (+310), but laying four times your return on investment is not a good way to go about betting. You could win four of those types of bets, lose one, have an 80.0 winning percentage and still not break even. AVOID.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Jazz ML returns a profit of just $2.50 if they win. A $10 bet on the Cavaliers ML returns a profit of $31.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

While the Jazz (-8.5, -110) are a good bet to win outright, the CAVALIERS (+8.5, -110) have shown some heart under new head coach J.B. Bickerstaff. They’re a respectable 4-3 straight up and 5-1-1 ATS across their past seven outings, including outright wins against playoff contenders Miami Heat and Philadelphia 76ers at home. While Cleveland isn’t likely to add Utah to that list, the Cavs are a good bet to continue as cover kings. Add in the fact the Jazz are 1-10-2 ATS in their past 13 as favorites and 0-5-1 ATS in their past six against losing teams, and Cleveland looks awfully tasty on their home floor.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 219.5 (-106) is worth a roll of the dice, perhaps in a parlay with the Cavs. While the Under is 6-0-1 in the past seven meetings in this series, the trends for both teams in the past few weeks point to the over.

The Over is 8-2 in the past 10 on the road for Utah, and 7-1 in their past eight as a road favorite. The Over is also 13-4 in the past 17 for the Cavs at home and 9-4 in the past 13 as a home dog.

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Indiana Pacers at Cleveland Cavaliers odds, picks and best bets

Analyzing Saturday’s Indiana Pacers at Cleveland Cavaliers matchup, with NBA betting odds, picks and best bets

The Cleveland Cavaliers (17-42) host the Indiana Pacers (35-24) at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland at 8 p.m. ET Saturday. We analyze the Pacers-Cavaliers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

Pacers at Cavaliers: Key Injuries

Pacers

  • SG Jeremy Lamb (knee) out
  • PG Edmond Sumner (hip) questionable

Cavaliers

  • C Andre Drummond (calf) questionable
  • PG Dante Exum (ankle) out
  • SF Alfonzo McKinnie (foot) out
  • SG Dylan Windler (shin) out

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Pacers at Cavaliers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Pacers 109, Cavaliers 100

Moneyline (ML)

The Pacers (-250) have been a thorn in the side of the Cavaliers (+200) for many years, even when Cleveland was a contender. Indiana should win this one in Northeast Ohio, but you can’t risk two and a half times your potential return.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Pacers ML returns a profit of just $4 if they win.

Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Take the PACERS (-6.5, -106), even though the Cavaliers (+6.5, -115) has been covering on a regular basis lately. Cleveland is 5-1 ATS across the past six outings, including four wins straight up. They split the first two meetings with the Pacers back on Oct. 26-Nov. 1, going 1-1 ATS. Indiana is 22-9-1 ATS in the previous 32 meetings overall in this series, and 12-4 ATS in the past 16 trips to Cleveland.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 215.5 (-106) is the way to go in this one. The under is 2-0 in the first two meetings this season, and 4-1 in the past five meetings overall in the series. Lately the under has been trending for the Pacers, too, going 4-1 in the past five as a favorite and 4-1 in the past five against losing teams. The under is also 4-0 in the past four overall for Indiana, and 6-2 in the past eight for Cleveland.

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New York Knicks at Cleveland Cavaliers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Monday’s New York Knicks at Cleveland Cavaliers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The New York Knicks (14-36) and Cleveland Cavaliers (13-37) will do battle Monday at 7 p.m. ET at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse We analyze the Knicks-Cavaliers odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Knicks at Cavaliers: Key injuries

Knicks

  • SF RJ Barrett (ankle) out
  • PG Frank Ntilikina (groin) questionable
  • PF Julius Randle (quadriceps) questionable
  • C Mitchell Robinson (probable) hamstring

Cavaliers

  • PG Brandon Knight (knee) doubtful
  • SG Dylan Windler (shin) out
  • C Ante Zizic (illness) out

Knicks at Cavaliers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 4:04 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Cavaliers 106, Knicks 102

Moneyline (ML)

The CAVALIERS (-121) are the way to go despite the fact the Knicks (+100) are coming off an impressive road win against the Indiana Pacers last time out.

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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The CAVALIERS (-1.5, -110) are a better play against the spread, as they simply need to win by a bucket. They’ll be looking to avenge a 106-86 loss against the Knicks back on Jan. 20 when they were a bit shorthanded. They’ll be healthier for this one, and you can expect a much better effort.

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER 216.5 (-106) has connected in seven of the past nine games overall for the Knicks, including that last meeting with the Cavs Jan. 20. In fact, we saw a total of just 192 points in a game with a line of 222. The Under is also 3-0 in the past three on the road for New York. The Over is 6-0 in the past six for Cleveland, with its last under result against these Knicks. It won’t be a defensive slog, but look for the total to slide Under.

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Chicago Bulls at Cleveland Cavaliers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Chicago Bulls at Cleveland Cavaliers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Chicago Bulls (17-30) and Cleveland Cavaliers (12-33) do battle Saturday at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland at 8 p.m. ET. We analyze the Bulls-Cavaliers odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Bulls at Cavaliers: Key injuries

Bulls

  • C Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) out
  • PF Daniel Gafford (thumb) out
  • PF Lauri Markkanen (pelvis) out
  • SF Otto Porter Jr. (foot) out
  • PG Max Strus (knee) out

Cavaliers

  • PG Brandon Knight (knee) out
  • SG Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) out
  • SG Dylan Windler (shin) out
  • C Ante Zizic (illness) out

Bulls at Cavaliers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 11:48 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Bulls 113, Cavaliers 110

Moneyline (ML)

The BULLS (+100) are slight underdogs against the Cavaliers (-121) on the road, but they have posted a respectable 4-4 SU mark across the past eight outings, alternating wins and losses. They haven’t lost two or more in a row since a six-game slide from Dec.30-Jan. 10. They won at home vs. the Cavs 118-116 just four games ago Jan. 18.

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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The BULLS (+1, -106) are 1-1 SU/0-2 ATS against the Cavs this season, losing straight-up at Cleveland Oct. 30 by a 117-111 score. However, the Bulls are 9-4-1 ATS in the past 14 as a road underdog, while going 7-3 ATS in the past 10 overall against losing teams.

Chicago is also 12-5 ATS in the past 17 meetings in this series, and 20-7 ATS in the past 27 meetings in Cleveland.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 213.5 (-115) is worth a look. The Over has hit in each of the two meetings this season, and has cashed in five of the past six meetings in Cleveland. Plus, the Over is 6-1 in the past seven home games for the Cavs, and 9-3 in the past 12 meetings overall.

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Detroit Pistons at Cleveland Cavaliers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Tuesday’s Detroit Pistons at Cleveland Cavaliers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Detroit Pistons (13-24) and Cleveland Cavaliers (10-26) do battle at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland at 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the Pistons-Cavaliers odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Pistons at Cavaliers: Key injuries

Pistons

  • PF Blake Griffin (knee) out
  • PG Reggie Jackson (back) out
  • SG Luke Kennard (knee) out
  • PF Markieff Morris (foot) out
  • SG Khyri Thomas (foot) out
  • SG Tony Snell (illness) probable

Cavaliers

  • PF Larry Nance Jr. (knee) out
  • C Tristan Thompson (illness) out
  • SF Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) out
  • SG Dylan Windler (leg) out

Pistons at Cavaliers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 8;10 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Pistons 114, Cavaliers 107

Moneyline (ML)

The PISTONS (-167) are banged up, but the Cavaliers (+135) are a mess. Pick your poison. Cavs PF Kevin Love is reportedly frustrated with the play of the young players around him, and was visibly upset with SG Collin Sexton last time out. That type of non-unity isn’t going to cut the mustard.

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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The PISTONS (-3.5, -106) are worth a roll of the dice. They’re not that much better in the win-loss column than the Cavaliers (+3.5, -1115). The Pistons are 4-1 ATS in the past five as a favorite, and they’re 5-2 ATS in the past seven against teams with a winning percentage under .400, too.

Cleveland has earned its old pre-LeBron nickname – the Cadavers – back. The Cavs are 5-11-1 ATS in the past 17 at home, and 0-4 ATS in the past four overall.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 214.5 (-115) is attractive. The Over has hit in six of the Pistons’ past eight, and is a perfect 6-0 in their past six as a favorite. For the Cavaliers, the Over has connected in five of the previous seven, and seven of the past 10 as a ‘dog.

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West Virginia vs. Ohio State odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sundays West Virginia Mountaineers at Ohio State Buckeyes sports betting odds and lines, with NCAA basketball picks and tips.

The West Virginia Mountaineers (10-1, 0-0 Big 12) and Ohio State Buckeyes (11-1, 1-1 Big Ten) tip off at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland at 12 p.m. ET Sunday. We analyze the West Virginia-Ohio State odds and betting lines, while providing college basketball betting tips and advice on this matchup.

The Buckeyes are ranked second in the USA TODAY Sports men’s basketball coaches poll. The Mountaineers are ranked 23rd.

West Virginia vs. Ohio State: Three things you need to know

1. While this game is technically a neutral-site game, it will be played in Cleveland, about two hours from Ohio State’s campus.

2. West Virginia uses four players in its rotation over 6-foot-7. The Mountaineers’ size and strength have been a key to their defense. They rank ninth in the nation in defensive field-goal percentage at 36.2, and they’re fourth in 3-point percentage at 24.6.

3. The Mountaineers are 3-8 against the spread in the past 11 neutral-site games. The Buckeyes are 7-1 ATS in the past eight neutral-site games while going 13-3 ATS in the past 16 overall.

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West Virginia vs. Ohio State: Odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 9:20 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Ohio State 71, West Virginia 60

Moneyline (ML)

Ohio State (-294) is a significant favorite, but it’s not worth a bet with a $10 wager returning a profit of just $3.40 if the Buckeyes win outright.

Against the Spread (ATS)

OHIO STATE (-7.5, +110) is a nice play for this ‘neutral-site’ battle in Cleveland, especially if you can get the number under seven. The Buckeyes have cashed in six consecutive outings against teams with a winning straight-up record.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 136.5 (-106) is worth a small-unit bet, mostly due to West Virginia’s suffocating defense. The Under has hit in four straight for the Mountaineers, and their D will dictate the play. While Ohio State goes over 70, just the third time West Virginia allows a team over the mark, the game will end up Under the projected total.

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Detroit Pistons at Cleveland Cavaliers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Tuesday’s Detroit Pistons at Cleveland Cavaliers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Detroit Pistons (7-13) and Cleveland Cavaliers (5-14) tip it up at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse Tuesday at 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the Pistons-Cavaliers odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Pistons at Cavaliers: Key injuries

Pistons: SG Svi Mykhailiuk (knee) is expected to play, while SG Khyri Thomas (foot) is likely out a few more weeks. PG Reggie Jackson (spine) is also out until at least early January.

Cavaliers: SF Cedi Osman (back) and SF John Henson (hamstring) are each questionable, while SG Dylan Windler (shin) might be on the shelf another week.

Pistons at Cavaliers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 8:20 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Cavaliers 105, Pistons 101

Moneyline (ML)

The CAVALIERS (+120) are a nice value at home as short dogs. Neither of these teams has been very hot lately, and the Pistons (-143) are a much bigger risk on the road, where they have been even worse.

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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Take the CAVALIERS (+2.5, –106) at home against the visiting Pistons (-2.5, -115). For whatever reason, Detroit has had a difficult time on the road against its Lake Erie rivals in Cleveland, going 1-6 against the spread in the past seven trips to C-Town. The home team is also 10-3 ATS in the previous 13 meetings in this series.

Over/Under (O/U)

The Over might be the trend if you look at past results in this series, but the UNDER 212.5 (+105) is the play lately for both teams. The Under is 4-0 in the past four road games for the Pistons, and 5-1 in the past six at home for the Cavaliers. The Under is also 5-2 in Detroit’s past seven against Eastern Conference opponents, while Cleveland has hit the Under in seven of its last 10 games within the conference.

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Brooklyn Nets at Cleveland Cavaliers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Monday’s Brooklyn Nets at Cleveland Cavaliers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Brooklyn Nets (8-8) and Cleveland Cavaliers (5-11) lock horns at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse Monday at 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the Nets-Cavaliers odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.

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Nets at Cavaliers: Key injuries

Nets: PG Kyrie Irving (shoulder) will be sidelined until early December, and SG Caris LeVert (thumb) is out at least through the holidays.

Cavaliers: PF Kevin Love (back) is a question mark for Monday’s battle.

Nets at Cavaliers: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 7:35 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Cavaliers 106, Nets 101

Moneyline (ML)

The CAVALIERS (-115) aren’t a huge risk as long as Love is on the floor. He has been in and out of the lineup due to a back ailment. The good news for the Cavs is the Nets (-106) won’t have the services of their old friend Irving.

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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Take the CAVALIERS (-1.5, –106) on their home floor. Even without Love, they have a more than decent chance of winning, although his inclusion gives them much better odds to win.

The Nets (+1.5, -115) are just too shorthanded right now, and they’re a very subpar basketball team with their two big offseason signings each in street clothes.

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER 217.5 (-110) is a great play, as the trends point to the Under for both sides. In fact, this is the best wager for this entire game. The Under has cashed in four in a row for Brooklyn, and seven of the past 10 in the second end of a back-to-back situation.

The Under is 5-2 in the past seven against the Eastern Conference for Cleveland, while going 4-0 in their past four after a cover and 7-1 in their past eight following a straight-up win.

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