Cleveland Cavaliers (5-0) vs. Milwaukee Bucks (1-4)
November 2, 2024 8:00 pm EDT
The Line: Milwaukee Bucks -2.5; Over/Under: +231
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The Cleveland Cavaliers and Milwaukee Bucks meet Saturday in NBA action at the Fiserv Forum. Here’s a Milwaukee Bucks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction. This article will include a Milwaukee Bucks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Pick.
Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Preview
The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Lakers and Magic, and they play the Pelicans and Warriors next. The Cleveland Cavaliers are averaging 24.8 points on 53.3 percent shooting and allowing 107.8 points on 44.2 percent shooting. Donovan Mitchell is averaging 23.8 points and 5 assists, while Evan Mobley is averaging 19.2 points and 2.2 assists. Jarrett Allen is the third double-digit scorer and Darius Garland is grabbing 1.6 rebounds. The Cleveland Cavaliers are shooting 40.8 percent from beyond the arc and 74.8 percent from the free throw line. The Cleveland Cavaliers are allowing 33.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.5 rebounds per game.
Milwaukee Bucks Betting Preview
The Milwaukee Bucks lost to the Grizzlies, Celtics, and Nets, and they play the Jazz and Knicks next. The Milwaukee Bucks are averaging 111 points on 47.1 percent shooting and allowing 119.6 points on 46.7 percent shooting. Giannis Antetokounmpo is averaging 30.6 points and 11.6 rebounds, while Damian Lillard is averaging 23.2 points and 5.2 rebounds. Brook Lopez is the third double-digit scorer and Bobby Portis is grabbing 7.6 rebounds. The Milwaukee Bucks are shooting 30.6 percent from beyond the arc and 72.3 percent from the free throw line. The Milwaukee Bucks are allowing 35.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.4 rebounds per game.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Injury Report
The Cavs will be without Max Strus, Jaylon Tyson and Emoni Bates, while Craig Porter Jr. is doubtful. The Bucks will be without Khris Middleton, while Giannis Antetokounmpo is probable despite a knee issue.
Why the Cleveland Cavaliers will win
- The Cavaliers have won 19 of their last 20 games against Central Division opponents that held a losing record.
- The Bucks have lost six of their last seven games as home favorites.
- The Cavaliers have covered the spread in each of their last eight games.
- The Bucks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games as favorites against Central Division opponents following a loss.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Bucks’ last seven Saturday games at Fiserv Forum have gone OVER the total points line.
- Five of the Cavaliers’ last six road games following a home win have gone OVER the total points line.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction
The Milwaukee Bucks have the edge at home with the rest advantage, but I don’t think anybody is running to the window to back them in the favorite role. The Bucks have looked awful through 5 games and the vibes just aren’t right. There’s rumors Lillard isn’t happy, and there’s rumblings Antetokounmpo could force his way out if things don’t turn around. A win or two fixes things, but getting the red-hot Cavs and a free bucket has to be the value play.
