Toronto Raptors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Game 7 Preview, Odds & Predictions (May 3)
- The Cavaliers seek their third straight first-round series win.
- Cleveland looks to avoid its first series loss in the first round since 2023.
- Toronto hopes to obtain its first series win since 2020.
The Eastern Conference first-round series will come to and when the Cleveland Cavaliers host the Toronto Raptors in Game 7 on Sunday night. The former stands out as the slight favorite, presenting the high stakes that will be actively present in this elimination showdown.
How to Watch
- When: Sunday, May 3, 7:30 pm ET
- Where: Rocket Arena, Cleveland, Ohio
- How to Watch: NBC/Peacock
NBA Matchup Odds & Lines
| Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOR Raptors | -112 | +8 | O210.5 |
| CLE Cavaliers | -108 | -8 | U210.5 |
Raptors vs Cavaliers Game Preview
Scottie Barnes and the Raptors (3-3) have exceeded overall expectations as they hope to pull off the series upset over the Cavaliers. Toronto got to experience incredible heroics with RJ Barrett making a game-winning 3-pointer in the final seconds of the Game 6 win in overtime, extending Toronto’s season. Barrett and Scottie Barnes have helped Toronto stay alive in the series after trailing 2-0 in the first two games. Barrett produces a stat line of 24.3 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and one steal per contest. On another note, Barnes comes through with averages of 24.2 points, nine assists, 5.7 rebounds, 1.8 blocks, and 1.3 steals per game.
Donovan Mitchell and the Cavaliers (3-3) are making their case for title contention as they are one win away from advancing to the East Semifinals. They were on the brink of securing the series before Barrett’s game-winning triple in Game 6, meaning that Cleveland must win the series at home. Mitchell leads the offense with 23.3 points, 5.2 rebounds and 3.3 assists per contest. James Harden comes next with 21 points and 6.7 assists, while Evan Mobley provided 19 points and 8.8 rebounds per game.
Raptors vs Cavaliers Predictions
The winner of this matchup will get to advance to the East Semifinals and face the Detroit Pistons or the Orlando Magic in the next round. Cleveland has the potent offense with Donovan Mitchell, James Harden and Evan Mobley leading the charge. It also helps that they have homecourt advantage, having won all three of their home games in this series. However, anything can happen in Game 7 and they must bring out their best performance on the court to put down RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes and the Raptors. Our betting pick here is for the Cavaliers to defend an 8-point spread.
- Free NBA pick: Cleveland Cavaliers -8
