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Cleveland vs. Washington. NBA Match Prediction
On December 14, teams with completely different ambitions and forms will meet on the court as part of the next NBA game day, as Cleveland hosts Washington. Will the guests be able to surprise the leader of the Eastern Conference? - read our forecast
Command Analysis
Cleveland Cavaliers
USACurrent form
The Cavaliers continue to confidently hold the first place in the Eastern Conference, despite the recent failure against Miami (113:122). The team demonstrates a balanced game, where each player knows his role. The team leaders, such as Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland, continue to show a consistently high level.
Now Kenny Atkinson men have a great opportunity to rebuild their position at home against an opponent who is clearly in crisis. The home court has always been the Cavs' strong point, and their deep bench allows them to maintain a high tempo throughout the game.
Disqualifications and injuries
Evan Mobley and Max Strus will not play in the next game due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Cavs have lost just once at home since the start of the season.
Projected lineup: Wade - Thompson, Allen - Garland, Mitchell.
Washington Wizards
USACurrent form
The Wizards have found themselves in a very difficult situation this season. The team is in last place in the East, and key players like Jordan Poole and Kyle Kuzma have not lived up to expectations. In their last game, Washington suffered a crushing defeat to Memphis (112:140), demonstrating weak defense and ineffectiveness on offense.
Despite the setbacks, the team tries to find motivation for each new match. However, the current form leaves little chance of success against one of the strongest clubs in the conference. The head coach emphasizes counterattacks, but against such an organized opponent as Cleveland, this is unlikely to bring results.
Disqualifications and injuries
The team will take to the court without Saddiq Bayh, Malcolm Brogdon and Tristan Vukcevic.
Interesting facts for betting
The Wizards have lost their last nine road games.
Probable line-up: Champagne - Coulibaly, Valanciunas - Carrington, Poole.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Cleveland win
The Cavs have won in the first quarter in three of their last five head-to-head games.
1.35Bet 1st quarter: total under 58.5 points
Only two of the five head-to-head games saw more than 58 points scored in the first quarter.
1.89Tip and bets
Cleveland looks like the clear favorite in this matchup. The team has a deep roster, stable form and strong home support. Washington continues to struggle both offensively and defensively, making their chances of success minimal.
Most likely, the hosts will take the initiative from the first minutes, which will allow them to quickly increase their advantage. Despite the efforts of the Wizards, it is unlikely that they will be able to create intrigue. A victory for the Cavs looks like the most likely outcome, and it can be achieved with a comfortable difference in the score.
Our prediction is a Cleveland victory with a handicap of (-16) points for 1.82
Bet on total
The match promises to be productive, as Cleveland strives to play first number, especially on the home parquet. At the same time, Washington, despite its weak form, can offer open basketball, which will add points to the piggy bank of both teams. We expect the total to be broken.
Forecast - total over 228.5 points for 1.75
Bet on statistics
The Cavaliers have a powerful offensive potential that will be difficult for the Washington defense to contain. Considering the weak defense of the visitors, Cleveland has every chance to implement its offensive plan.
Prediction - Cleveland individual total over 123 points for 1.79
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