Celtics Bode Massive Favorites In NBA Matchup

Unfavorable Odds For Cavs

The Boston Celtics are overwhelming favorites against the Cleveland Cavaliers in their upcoming NBA matchup, according to the latest odds from SportsLine consensus. The Celtics opened as massive -1400 favorites against the Cavs (+800) via BetMGM. This means that a $100 bet on the Celtics would net you a profit of just $7.14, while a $100 bet on the Cavs would return a handsome $800.

Expert Analysis

Experts believe that the Celtics' dominance is due to their superior talent and experience. Boston boasts a lineup that includes Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Marcus Smart, all of whom are All-Star caliber players. The Cavs, on the other hand, are a young team that is still finding its way. They are led by Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen, but they lack the depth and experience of the Celtics.

The over/under for total points scored in the game is set at 220.5 points. The Celtics are averaging 117.9 points per game this season, while the Cavs are averaging 112.2 points per game. Therefore, a high-scoring game is expected.

The Celtics are coming off a 125-112 victory over the Miami Heat, while the Cavs are coming off a 117-109 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. The Celtics have won two of their last three games, while the Cavs have lost two of their last three games.

The game will be played on May 7, 2024, at 7:30 PM ET on ESPN.