Nets vs. Cavaliers Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on December 16th, 2024

Arena and City where Nets vs. Cavaliers will be playing

On December 16th, 2024, the Nets will take on the Cavaliers in an NBA game in Brooklyn, NY at Barclays Center, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Nets vs. Cavaliers betting tip and prediction

December 16th, 2024 is the date for the Eastern Conference match, which will get underway at 18:30. The Nets enters as 9.5 point underdogs in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Nets were 14 point underdogs but lost the game to Cavaliers, 120-101. The over/under for the upcoming game is 218.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 227.5 points, and the under was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season emphasizes the pivotal role of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's delve into how teams are performing from long range. The Nets are currently draining 38.4% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their proficiency in long-range shooting. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers are impressively converting 39.9% of their shots from beyond the arc. In terms of shot selection, the Nets are dedicating 48% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Cavaliers are taking 44% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Brooklyn Nets

How are the Nets playing this season?

The Nets comes into this game with a 10-15 record, and they are currently 10th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Nets are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Nets win their most recent game?

No, Nets fell to the Grizzlies, 135-119. Cameron Thomas scored 29 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Nets

The leading scorer for the Nets this season is Cameron Thomas, who is averaging 24.7 points per game.

Other Team Leaders for the Nets

Coming into the December 16th, 2024 contest, Nicolas Claxton leads the Nets with 7.7 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 21.25 points in DraftKings and 21.9 fantasy points in FanDuel. Dennis Schroder has a team-high 6.6 assists per game. He scored 31.25 DraftKings points and 27.6 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Nets is Dennis Schroder (1.1 steals per game). He has 31.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 27.6 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Nicolas Claxton is leading the way for the Nets with 1.3 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 21.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 21.9 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Nets Team Analysis

The Nets' point differential this season is -4.3 points per game, which ranks 23rd in the NBA. They are averaging 110.4 points per game while allowing 114.7 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Nets are making 15.4 shots per game, which ranks 4th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Nets are making 17.2 per game, which ranks 15th in the NBA.

Projected Nets Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Cavaliers, the Nets' starting lineup consisted of Nicolas Claxton, Dorian Finney-Smith, Mikal Bridges, Cameron Thomas and Dennis Schroder. For the upcoming matchup, the Nets has the following injuries: Bojan Bogdanovic is out (foot), Jaylen Martin is out (knee) Cameron Thomas is out (hamstring) and Ziaire Williams is questionable (knee).

Cleveland Cavaliers

How are the Cavaliers playing this season?

The Cavaliers head this game with a 22-4 record, and they are currently 1st in the Eastern Conference standings. The Cavaliers are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Cavaliers win their most recent game?

Yes, Cavaliers defeated the Wizards, 115-105. Georges Niang scored 20 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Cavaliers

The leading scorer for the Cavaliers this season is Donovan Mitchell, who is averaging 23.6 points per game. Donovan Mitchell also leads the team in minutes played per game with 31.99. In the last game, scored 40 DraftKings fantasy points and 38.2 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Cavaliers

Jarrett Allen is leading the way with 10.4 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 42.75 points in DraftKings and 42.2 in FanDuel. Darius Garland is dishing out a team-high 6.5 assists per game. He has 45.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 44 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Cavaliers' leader is Donovan Mitchell with 1.5 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 40 DraftKings fantasy points and 38.2 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Cavaliers is Evan Mobley, who is sending back 1.5 shots per game

Cavaliers Team Analysis

The Cavaliers' point differential this season is 10 points per game, which ranks 3rd in the NBA. They are averaging 121.2 points per game while allowing 111.2 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Cavaliers are making 15.4 shots per game, which ranks 6th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Cavaliers are making 16.5 per game, which ranks 18th in the NBA.

Projected Cavaliers' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Nets, the Cavaliers' starting five were Jarrett Allen, Georges Niang, Isaac Okoro, Caris LeVert and Darius Garland. For the upcoming matchup, Cavaliers has the following injuries: Emoni Bates is out (knee), Evan Mobley is questionable (ankle), Craig Porter Jr. is questionable (illness) and Max Strus is questionable (ankle).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Nets coming into this game as 9.5 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Cavaliers.

Money Line betting suggestion

Nets are a 9.5 money line underdog for the game against the Cavaliers, and the suggestion is to pick the Cavaliers.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Nets and Cavaliers is 218.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Nets and Cavaliers have combined for just 2 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.