Nets vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Tips - 17 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 16, 2024, 4:25AM | Published: Dec 16, 2024, 1:41AM
The Brooklyn Nets will face the favoured Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA action at Barclays Center on Tuesday, commencing at 11:30am AEDT.
Led by the likes of Cameron Johnson, Jalen Wilson and Dorian Finney-Smith, the Nets are aiming to beat a Cavaliers side that includes Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Evan Mobley.
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Nets vs Cavaliers game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Tuesday's Brooklyn vs Cleveland NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Cavaliers a 77% chance of winning against the Nets at Barclays Center.
Nets vs Cavaliers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Tuesday's NBA game at Barclays Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Nets $4.50, Cavaliers $1.22
- Line: Nets +9 ($1.91), Cavaliers -9 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 220.5 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 Nets at $4.50 and the Cavaliers at $1.22.
The Nets are listed as 9-point underdogs against the Cavaliers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Cavaliers (-9) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 220.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Nets (+9) are predicted to cover the line 54% of the time, while the 220.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Nets vs Cavaliers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Brooklyn at $4.50 with Bet365
- Line: Nets +9 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 220.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Nets vs Cavaliers best bets are based on market-leading simulations and wagering expertise to bring you the best possible advice every day of the year.
While the Cavaliers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Nets to win is our preferred option due to the 1.0% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges published here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to being profitable in the long run.
Nets vs Cavaliers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Nets vs Cavaliers at Barclays Center on Tuesday is the Cavaliers winning 114-105.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Brooklyn vs Cleveland game on Tuesday, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
Nets vs Cavaliers: Player Props
Player props are a popular way to bet on Nets vs Cavaliers without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best information available to predict how each team's leading players will perform at Barclays Center.
Cameron Johnson is expected to lead the way for the Nets with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists, while Donovan Mitchell is projected to finish with 22 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists for the Cavaliers.
Nets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Johnson | 21 | 5 | 4 |
| Jalen Wilson | 12 | 5 | 3 |
| Dorian Finney-Smith | 11 | 5 | 3 |
| Nic Claxton | 10 | 9 | 3 |
| Keon Johnson | 9 | 3 | 3 |
Cavaliers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Mitchell | 22 | 4 | 5 |
| Darius Garland | 20 | 3 | 7 |
| Evan Mobley | 16 | 8 | 3 |
| Jarrett Allen | 15 | 11 | 2 |
| Caris LeVert | 11 | 3 | 5 |
Our model updates regularly, so bookmark this article for the latest betting predictions before the Brooklyn vs Cleveland game.
As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips for every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Nets vs Cavaliers: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Nets and Cavaliers at Barclays Center is scheduled to begin at 11:30am AEDT on Tuesday.
- Teams: Brooklyn Nets vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Tuesday 17 December 2024
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: Barclays Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Brooklyn vs Cleveland predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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