Cleveland Cavaliers vs Boston Celtics 3/1/23 – On Wednesday night, the Cleveland Cavaliers will travel to Boston, MA to face off against the Boston Celtics. This will be their third meeting this season – with Cleveland winning the last encounter. Coming into this game after defeating the Toronto Raptors with a score of 118-93, Cleveland must stay efficient offensively if they hope for victory on the road. On the other side of the court, the Boston Celtics suffered a loss against the New York Knicks 109-94; their offense struggled so they must be more aggressive if they want to take care of business at home. Online bettors can place their bets online based on the NBA betting guide.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Boston Celtics
Date & Time: Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 7:30 PM
Location: TD Garden
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Boston Celtics Betting Odds
Cavaliers
Moneyline: -200
Spread: +6.5 (-116)
Total: TBD
Celtics
Moneyline: -278
Spread: -6.5 (-116)
Total: TBD
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Boston Celtics Analysis
The Cleveland Cavaliers are currently in fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings, six games behind both Celtics and Bucks. On offense they’re scoring 111.9 points per game while shooting 48.8% from the floor – not quite league leading but still ranking as their fifth-highest team shooting percentage. Defensively speaking, Cleveland has been tough to beat; holding opponents to 106.5 points per game and 46.6% shooting from the field – that’s both league leading numbers.
The Boston Celtics are currently tied with the Milwaukee Bucks for first place in the Eastern Conference standings after going 7- 3 over their last 10 games played. On offense, they’re scoring 117.7 points per game while shooting 47.5% from the field – that’s fourth most points scored per contest and 14th highest team shooting percentage. Defensively, Boston is allowing 112 points per game while opponents shoot just 46.7% from the floor; that is eighth least points allowed per game and eighth lowest shooting percentage allowed.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Boston Celtics Against the Spread
Over is 4-0 in Cavaliers last 4 when their opponent allows 100 points or more in their previous game. Over is 4-0 in Cavaliers last 4 vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Cavaliers are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 when their opponent allows 100 points or more in their previous game. Cavaliers are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points. Under is 7-1 in Cavaliers last 8 games following a straight up win of more than 10 points.
Celtics are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 home games. Celtics are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games playing on 1 days rest. Celtics are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record. Celtics are 14-3 ATS in their last 17 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. Celtics are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games overall.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Boston Celtics Free Pick
The Boston Celtics are determined to win even though they lost to the New York Knicks, as they will make it difficult for the Cleveland Cavaliers to score enough points. According to NBA online analytics, Boston will cover the spread once again this season.
Free Pick: Boston Celtics -6.5 (-116)
