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Cavs favored to crush struggling Nets post-break
19 Feb
Summary
- Cleveland Cavaliers have won nine of their last 10 games.
- Evan Mobley is expected to return for the Cavaliers.
- Brooklyn Nets are in 'tank mode' with a 4-11 record recently.
The Cleveland Cavaliers are heavily favored as they host the Brooklyn Nets for their first game after the All-Star break. Cleveland enters this matchup having won nine of its last 10 games, including five consecutive victories.
The Cavaliers are also anticipating the return of Evan Mobley from a calf injury, significantly bolstering their lineup. This game offers a preview of how Mobley and James Harden integrate with Jarrett Allen and Donovan Mitchell.
The Nets, on the other hand, appear to be prioritizing player development over wins, showing a 4-11 record over their last 15 games and the NBA's worst net rating. This contrasts sharply with the Cavaliers' third-best net rating (+8.8) in the same period.
Despite Cleveland's struggles against the spread this season (23-32), they have covered in seven of their last 10 contests. The Nets have a poor record against the spread as road underdogs, suggesting a potential blowout.
