Cavaliers vs. Celtics Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 04th, 2025

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Mark your calendars for February 04th, 2025, when the Cavaliers and Celtics collide in an NBA game in Cleveland, OH at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Check out our picks and predictions to elevate your chances of winning with your bets.

Introduction to the Cavaliers vs. Celtics betting tip and prediction

The Eastern Conference showdown is scheduled for February 04th, 2025, kicking off at 18:00. The Cavaliers enters as -2 point favorites in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Cavaliers won, 105-104. The over/under for the upcoming game is 237.5 points.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, the importance of the 3-point shot in the game cannot be overstated. Let's analyze how different teams are faring from long distance. The Cavaliers are currently knocking down 39.6% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their sharpshooting skills. Meanwhile, the Celtics are impressively converting 36.7% of their shots from beyond the arc. When it comes to shot selection, the Cavaliers are dedicating 46% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Celtics are taking 54% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Cleveland Cavaliers

How are the Cavaliers playing this season?

The Cavaliers comes into this game with a 40-9 record, and they are currently 1st in the Eastern Conference standings. The Cavaliers are 6-4 in their last 10 games.

Did the Cavaliers win their most recent game?

Yes, Cavaliers defeated the Mavericks, 144-101. Dean Wade scored 23 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Cavaliers

The leading scorer for the Cavaliers this season is Donovan Mitchell, who is averaging 23.7 points per game. In the last game, he scored 28.5 points in DraftKings and 26.2 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Cavaliers

Coming into the February 04th, 2025 contest, Jarrett Allen leads the Cavaliers with 10 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 29.25 points in DraftKings and 30.8 fantasy points in FanDuel. Darius Garland has a team-high 6.9 assists per game. He scored 41.75 DraftKings points and 39.6 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Cavaliers is Donovan Mitchell (1.4 steals per game). He has 28.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 26.2 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Evan Mobley is leading the way for the Cavaliers with 1.5 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 50.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 51.7 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Cavaliers Team Analysis

The Cavaliers' point differential this season is 10.8 points per game, which ranks 2nd in the NBA. They are averaging 122.6 points per game while allowing 111.8 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Cavaliers are making 16.3 shots per game, which ranks 2nd in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Cavaliers are making 16.3 per game, which ranks 22nd in the NBA.

Projected Cavaliers Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Celtics, the Cavaliers' starting lineup consisted of Jarrett Allen, Evan Mobley, Isaac Okoro, Sam Merrill and Darius Garland. For the upcoming matchup, the Cavaliers has the following injuries: Isaac Okoro is out (shoulder), Craig Porter Jr. is questionable (illness) and Dean Wade isout (knee).

Boston Celtics

How are the Celtics playing this season?

The Celtics head this game with a 35-15 record, and they are currently 2nd in the Eastern Conference standings. The Celtics are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Celtics win their most recent game?

Yes, Celtics defeated the 76ers, 118-110. Jayson Tatum scored 26 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Celtics

The leading scorer for the Celtics this season is Jayson Tatum, who is averaging 26.9 points per game. Jayson Tatum also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.51. He scored 26 points on 8-for-21 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Cavaliers. In the last game, scored 66.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 62.9 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Celtics

Jayson Tatum is leading the way with 8.9 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 66.75 points in DraftKings and 62.9 in FanDuel. Jayson Tatum is dishing out a team-high 5.7 assists per game. He has 66.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 62.9 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Celtics' leader is Jayson Tatum with 1.2 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 66.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 62.9 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Celtics is Kristaps Porzingis, who is sending back 1.6 shots per game. He scored 42.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 45.9 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Celtics Team Analysis

The Celtics' point differential this season is 8.8 points per game, which ranks 3rd in the NBA. They are averaging 117.3 points per game while allowing 108.5 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Celtics are making 17.8 shots per game, which ranks 1st in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Celtics are making 16.4 per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA.

Projected Celtics' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Cavaliers, the Celtics' starting five were Kristaps Porzingis, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Jrue Holiday. For the upcoming matchup, Celtics has the following injuries: Payton Pritchard is questionable (illness) and Anton Watson is out (thigh).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the Cavaliers and Celtics game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Cavaliers.

Money Line betting suggestion

Cavaliers are a -2 money line favorite for the game against the Celtics, and the suggestion is to pick the Cavaliers.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Cavaliers and Celtics is 237.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Cavaliers and Celtics have combined for just 5 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.