Hornets vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Tips - 8 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 7, 2024, 6:09PM | Published: Dec 6, 2024, 11:21PM
The Charlotte Hornets will face the favoured Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA action at Spectrum Center on Sunday, starting at 5:00am AEDT.
With star players Brandon Miller, Vasilije Micic and Cody Martin, the Hornets are looking to overcome a Cavaliers side that includes Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Darius Garland.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Hornets vs Cavaliers game, plus the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's Charlotte vs Cleveland NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Cavaliers an 85% chance of beating the Hornets at Spectrum Center.
Hornets vs Cavaliers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Spectrum Center are shown below:
- Head to Head: Hornets $7.25, Cavaliers $1.10
- Line: Hornets +13.5 ($1.91), Cavaliers -13.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 217 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 Hornets at $7.25 and the Cavaliers at $1.10.
The Hornets are 13.5-point underdogs against the Cavaliers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Cavaliers (-13.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 217 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Hornets (+13.5) are predicted to cover the line 54% of the time, while the 217-point over/under is expected to go over 53% of the time.
Hornets vs Cavaliers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Charlotte at $7.25 with Bet365
- Line: Hornets +13.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 217 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Hornets vs Cavaliers betting tips are based on detailed modelling and gambling experience to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Cavaliers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Hornets to win is our preferred option due to the 1.3% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges published on Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term success as a punter.
Hornets vs Cavaliers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Hornets vs Cavaliers at Spectrum Center this Sunday is the Cavaliers winning 115-102.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Charlotte vs Cleveland game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Hornets vs Cavaliers: Player Props
Player props are a great way to bet on Hornets vs Cavaliers without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict how each team's leading players will perform at Spectrum Center.
Brandon Miller is expected to lead the Hornets with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists, while Donovan Mitchell is projected to finish with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the Cavaliers.
Hornets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Miller | 23 | 6 | 3 |
| Vasilije Micic | 12 | 3 | 7 |
| Cody Martin | 11 | 6 | 4 |
| KJ Simpson | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Josh Green | 8 | 4 | 2 |
Cavaliers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Mitchell | 22 | 5 | 5 |
| Evan Mobley | 19 | 10 | 3 |
| Darius Garland | 18 | 3 | 7 |
| Jarrett Allen | 16 | 11 | 2 |
| Georges Niang | 11 | 3 | 1 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Charlotte vs Cleveland match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips on every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Hornets vs Cavaliers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Hornets and Cavaliers at Spectrum Center is scheduled to tip off at 5:00am AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: Charlotte Hornets vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Sunday 8 December 2024
- Time: 5:00am AEDT
- Venue: Spectrum Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Charlotte vs Cleveland predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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