Cavaliers vs Bucks Prediction and NBA Tips - 21 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 21, 2024, 12:36AM | Published: Dec 20, 2024, 12:56AM
The Cleveland Cavaliers will take on the Milwaukee Bucks in NBA action at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on Saturday, commencing at 11:30am AEDT.
With the likes of Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Evan Mobley, the Cavaliers are aiming to beat a Bucks line-up that includes Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bobby Portis and Khris Middleton.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Cavaliers vs Bucks game, along with the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Cleveland vs Milwaukee NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Cavaliers a 76% chance of winning against the Bucks at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
Cavaliers vs Bucks: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse are shown here:
- Head to Head: Cavaliers $1.26, Bucks $4.00
- Line: Cavaliers -8.5 ($1.91), Bucks +8.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 221 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Cavaliers at $1.26 and the Bucks at $4.00.
The Cavaliers are 8.5-point favourites against the Bucks, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Bucks (+8.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 221 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Bucks (+8.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 221-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Cavaliers vs Bucks: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Milwaukee at $4.00 with Bet365
- Line: Bucks +8.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 221 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Cavaliers vs Bucks predictions are based on complex simulations and betting experience to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Cavaliers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Bucks to win is our recommended option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term success as a punter.
Cavaliers vs Bucks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Cavaliers vs Bucks at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse this Saturday is the Cavaliers winning 114-106.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Cleveland vs Milwaukee game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Cavaliers vs Bucks: Player Props
Looking for Cavaliers vs Bucks player props? Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Donovan Mitchell is expected to step up for the Cavaliers with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, while Giannis Antetokounmpo is projected to have 37 points, 12 rebounds and 9 assists for the Bucks.
Cavaliers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Mitchell | 23 | 5 | 5 |
| Darius Garland | 21 | 3 | 7 |
| Evan Mobley | 15 | 7 | 3 |
| Jarrett Allen | 14 | 9 | 2 |
| Caris LeVert | 12 | 4 | 4 |
Bucks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giannis Antetokounmpo | 37 | 12 | 9 |
| Bobby Portis | 16 | 8 | 2 |
| Khris Middleton | 14 | 4 | 5 |
| Gary Trent | 12 | 3 | 1 |
| Brook Lopez | 11 | 5 | 2 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this page for the latest betting analysis before the Cleveland vs Milwaukee match-up.
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Cavaliers vs Bucks: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Cavaliers and Bucks at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse is scheduled to tip off at 11:30am AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers vs Milwaukee Bucks
- Date: Saturday 21 December 2024
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Cleveland vs Milwaukee predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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