Washington Wizards (3-19) vs. Cleveland Cavaliers (21-4)
December 13, 2024 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Cleveland Cavaliers -17; Over/Under: +230.5
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The Washington Wizards and Cleveland Cavaliers meet Friday in NBA action at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Here’s a Cleveland Cavaliers vs Washington Wizards Prediction. This article will include a Cleveland Cavaliers vs Washington Wizards Pick.
Washington Wizards Betting Preview
The Washington Wizards beat the Nuggets, lost to the Grizzlies, and they play the Celtics, Hornets and Bucks next. The Washington Wizards are averaging 107.7 points on 44 percent shooting and allowing 123.9 points on 48.5 percent shooting. Jordan Poole is averaging 20.4 points and 2.2 rebounds, while Kyle Kuzma is averaging 15.8 points and 1.9 assists. Malcolm Brogdon is the third double-digit scorer, and Jonas Valanciunas is grabbing 8.1 rebounds. The Washington Wizards are shooting 31.2 percent from beyond the arc and 77.9 percent from the free-throw line. The Washington Wizards are allowing 37.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42.9 rebounds per game.
Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Preview
The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Hornets, lost to the Heat, and they play the Nets, Bucks and 76ers next. The Cleveland Cavaliers are averaging 121.4 points on 50.7 percent shooting and allowing 111.5 points on 45.5 percent shooting. Donovan Mitchell is averaging 23.7 points and 4.4 assists, while Darius Garland is averaging 20.5 points and 6.5 assists. Evan Mobley is the third double-digit scorer and Jarrett Allen is grabbing 10.4 rebounds. The Cleveland Cavaliers are shooting 40.4 percent from beyond the arc and 78 percent from the free throw line. The Cleveland Cavaliers are allowing 37 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.1 rebounds per game.
Why the Cleveland Cavaliers will win
- The Cavaliers have won each of their last 11 games at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse following a road loss.
- The Wizards have lost each of their last 10 games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Cavaliers have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games following a loss.
- The Wizards have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
Total Points Facts
- Seven of the Wizards’ last eight road games following a home loss have gone OVER the total points line.
- Five of the Cavaliers’ last six home games against Southeast Division opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
Cleveland Cavaliers Player Facts
- Darius Garland ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for FT% (94.4%) this season.
- Jarrett Allen ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for FG% (68.3%) this season.
Washington Wizards Player Facts
- Carlton Carrington ranks 1st amongst qualified rookies for assists per game (4.1) this season.
- Jordan Poole ranks 5th in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.6) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Cavaliers rank 1st in the league for field goal percentage this season (50.7%).
- The Cavaliers rank 1st in the league for three-point percentage this season (40.4%).
- The Wizards rank 30th in the league for opponent points per game this season (123.8).
- The Wizards rank 30th in the league for point differential per game this season (-16.2).
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Washington Wizards Prediction
I don’t want to lay this many points, and I’m always hesitant about double-digit chalk in the NBA. Laying 17 points is absolutely ridiculous. With that said, the Wizards don’t play defense, and they’re 6-15-1 ATS on the season. The Wizards are the worst cover team in the NBA. The Cleveland Cavaliers are not only winning games, but they’re 18-7-0 ATS on the season, making them the best cover team in the NBA. We have the best against the worst. Cavs is the only option here, even if the line makes you plug your nose.
