Wizards vs. Cavaliers Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 07th, 2025

Arena and City where Wizards vs. Cavaliers will be playing

February 07th, 2025 is the date when the Wizards and the Cavaliers clash in a thrilling NBA game in Washington, DC at Capital One Arena. Maximize your chances of winning by checking out our picks and predictions.

Introduction to the Wizards vs. Cavaliers betting tip and prediction

Don't miss the Eastern Conference clash taking place on February 07th, 2025, starting at 18:00. The Wizards enters as 17.5 point underdogs in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Wizards were 10 point underdogs but lost the game to Cavaliers, 114-105. The over/under for the upcoming game is 236 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 220.5 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 Wizards are currently draining 33.2% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their proficiency in long-range shooting. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers are impressively converting 39.4% of their shots from beyond the arc. In terms of shot selection, the Wizards are dedicating 43% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Cavaliers are taking 46% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Washington Wizards

How are the Wizards playing this season?

The Wizards comes into this game with a 9-41 record, and they are currently 15th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Wizards are 3-7 in their last 10 games.

Did the Wizards win their most recent game?

Yes, Wizards defeated the Nets, 119-102. Jordan Poole scored 31 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Wizards

The leading scorer for the Wizards this season is Jordan Poole, who is averaging 20.3 points per game. He scored 31 points on 11-for-21 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Cavaliers. In the last game, he scored 36.75 points in DraftKings and 34.6 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Wizards

Coming into the February 07th, 2025 contest, Jonas Valanciunas leads the Wizards with 8.2 rebounds per game Jordan Poole has a team-high 4.9 assists per game. He scored 36.75 DraftKings points and 34.6 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Wizards is Jordan Poole (1.5 steals per game). He has 36.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 34.6 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Alex Sarr is leading the way for the Wizards with 1.6 blocks per game

Wizards Team Analysis

The Wizards' point differential this season is -13.8 points per game, which ranks 30th in the NBA. They are averaging 107.5 points per game while allowing 121.3 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Wizards are making 12.8 shots per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Wizards are making 15.9 per game, which ranks 27th in the NBA.

Projected Wizards Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Cavaliers, the Wizards' starting lineup consisted of Marvin Bagley III, Kyle Kuzma, Landry Shamet, Bilal Coulibaly and Tyus Jones. For the upcoming matchup, the Wizards has the following injuries: Marvin Bagley III is out (knee), Saddiq Bey is out (knee) and Alex Sarr isout (ankle).

Cleveland Cavaliers

How are the Cavaliers playing this season?

The Cavaliers head this game with a 41-10 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 Pistons, 118-115. Jarrett Allen scored 22 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Cavaliers

The leading scorer for the Cavaliers this season is Donovan Mitchell, who is averaging 23.8 points per game. Donovan Mitchell also leads the team in minutes played per game with 31.25. He scored 16 points on 4-for-10 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Wizards.

Other Team Leaders for the Cavaliers

Jarrett Allen is leading the way with 10.3 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 37.25 points in DraftKings and 38.6 in FanDuel. Darius Garland is dishing out a team-high 6.8 assists per game. He has 37.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 34.1 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Cavaliers' leader is Donovan Mitchell with 1.4 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 0 DraftKings fantasy points and 0 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Cavaliers is Evan Mobley, who is sending back 1.5 shots per game. He scored 60.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 61.3 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Cavaliers Team Analysis

The Cavaliers' point differential this season is 10.3 points per game, which ranks 2nd in the NBA. They are averaging 122.2 points per game while allowing 111.9 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Cavaliers are making 16.2 shots per game, which ranks 2nd in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Cavaliers are making 16.5 per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA.

Projected Cavaliers' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Wizards, the Cavaliers' starting five were Jarrett Allen, Evan Mobley, Max Strus, Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland. For the upcoming matchup, Cavaliers has the following injuries: Donovan Mitchell is questionable (shoulder), Isaac Okoro is out (shoulder), and Dean Wade is out (knee).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Wizards coming into this game as 17.5 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Cavaliers.

Money Line betting suggestion

Wizards are a 17.5 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 Wizards and Cavaliers is 236 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Wizards and Cavaliers have combined for just 1 overtime game this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.