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Miami Heat vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Game 1 Preview, Odds, Predictions, Picks (Apr 20)
Pick rationale
Analysis & key factors
- Heat vs. Cavaliers NBA moneyline clearly favors the Cavs -900.
- Miami Heat was better than the Atlanta Hawks in the play-in, 123-114.
- Cleveland Cavaliers are the top offense in the NBA, 121.9 points per game scored.
The matchup between the Heat and the Cavs should be interesting because these two teams always put up good performances in the NBA playoffs.
- Check out: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Indiana Pacers Game 1 Preview, Odds, Predictions, Picks (Apr 19)
- Check out: Memphis Grizzlies vs. OKC Thunder Game 1 Preview, Odds, Predictions, Picks (Apr 20)
How to Watch
- When: Sunday, April 20, 7 pm ET
- Where: Rocket Arena, Cleveland, Ohio
- How to Watch: TNT
NBA Playoffs Odds & Lines
| Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat | +550 | +12.5 | 214.5 |
| Cavaliers | -900 | -12.5 | 214.5 |
Game Preview
The Miami Heat have always been feisty in the playoffs, and going deep following the play-in tournament is nothing new for them. After eliminating the Atlanta Hawks on the road, 123-114, they now prepare to face the Cavs.
Tyler Herro has been on fire lately. He had 38 in a win over Chicago on the road and 30 against the Hawks in Georgia. So it’s safe to say that his game reached its peak at the right moment.
Cavaliers have the most potent offense in the NBA with 121.9 points per game. Seven of their players average 10 or more points, with Donovan Mitchell delivering 24 and Darius Garland 20.6.
The Cavs slowed down at the end of the regular part of the year, allowing some losses, yet keeping their players healthy for the playoffs.
Heat vs. Cavaliers Betting Trends
- TOTAL went OVER in 6 of Miami’s last 7 games.
- Miami is 6-1 AGAINST THE SPREAD in the previous 7 away games.
- TOTAL went UNDER in 5 of the previous 7 games Cavs played.
- Cavaliers score 121.9 points per game, No.1 in the NBA.
Heat vs. Cavaliers Head to Head
The Cavs have won two of three games this year. They’ve beat the Heat in Miami and at home, while Herro and the boys posted that one win in Florida.
Heat vs. Cavaliers Prediction
The Cavaliers and the Heat both have offensive mentality, and that’s why we pick OVER 214.5 points in this one. For us, this is a gift we have to use.
- Free NBA pick: Over 214.5 points
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