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Cleveland vs. Utah. NBA Match Prediction
On December 24, Cleveland will host Utah at their home arena. The leader of the Eastern Conference will meet a team that is just beginning to find its game. Who will be stronger in this match? - find out in our forecast
Command Analysis
Cleveland Cavaliers
USACurrent form
The Cavaliers are in fantastic shape and continue to confidently hold on to the top of the Eastern Conference. The team won a convincing victory in the last match against Philadelphia (126:99). Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell once again showed their skills, tearing apart the opponent defense.
Cleveland rarely makes mistakes, especially on their home court, where they feel invincible. The team has already pulled away from their pursuers, but continues to motivate themselves for each game. Ahead is the match against Utah, and Kenny Atkinson charges intend to maintain their winning spirit.
Disqualifications and injuries
Max Strus will not play in the next match due to injury.
Interesting facts for betting
The Cavs have lost only once at home this season.
Projected lineup: Wade - Mobley, Allen - Garland, Mitchell.
Utah Jazz
USACurrent form
The Jazzmen began to show flashes of good play, winning two games in a row. The team beat Detroit (126:110) and Brooklyn (105:94), both games on the road. These successes gave the team confidence in their abilities.
However, Utah still occupies the penultimate line in the Western Conference. William Hardy team is still looking for a balance between attack and defense. The trip to Cleveland will be a real test, but the Jazzmen are ready to take a risk and try to surprise the leader of the East.
Disqualifications and injuries
Taylor Hendrix continues his recovery from injury.
Interesting facts for betting
The Jazz have won five away games this season.
Probable lineup: Collins - Markkanen, Kessler - Mikhailiuk, Sexton.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Cleveland win
The Cavs have won in the first quarter in 4 of their last 5 head-to-head games.
1.35Bet 1st quarter: total under 57 points
Only 2 of the last 5 head-to-head games have seen more than 57 points scored in the first quarter.
1.94Tip and bets
Cleveland continues to demonstrate a high level of play, especially at home. The team is confidently moving through the season, leaving no chance for opponents. In the upcoming match, the hosts will again be favorites.
However, Utah is also gaining momentum. Wins over Detroit and Brooklyn have given the team confidence, and most importantly, the Jazzmen are not afraid to take risks. Despite this, Cleveland level of play is currently much higher, and the Cavs have every chance to continue their winning streak, although they are unlikely to defeat the motivated Jazzmen.
Our prediction is a Utah victory with a handicap of (+15.5) points for 1.78
Bet on total
Both teams are coming into the game with a fighting spirit. Cleveland is in incredible form, while Utah is just starting to gain momentum. With key players in the lineup, both sides will be looking to put on a strong, high-scoring performance. We expect the total to be broken.
Forecast - total over 228.5 points for 1.71
Bet on statistics
In our opinion, the Cavs will once again show their strength in attack. Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell are in great shape, which gives the team the opportunity to break the individual total. Playing on the home court will be another advantage for the hosts.
Prediction - Cleveland individual total over 119.5 points for 1.61
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