This Dog Bites: Cavaliers vs Celtics Prediction, Game 4 Picks, Odds, Injury Report for 5/13/24

Cleveland Cavaliers continue their fight back as they host the Boston Celtics in Game 4 of this series. The Celtics are leading this series 2-1. Can they make it 3-1? Our Cavaliers vs Celtics prediction is available below!

The Celtics are favorites with an implied probability of 78.1% to win this one at 1.28 odds, while the Cavaliers are available at 3.75 odds. The point spread is +/-8.5 points, and the total points line is at 206.0. 

The Cleveland Cavaliers will battle the Boston Celtics on Monday night at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, for Game 4 of the quarterfinal playoff series. For more NBA picks from Agbeniga Ayobami and other basketball experts, visit our Expert Insights section.

Cavaliers vs Celtics Picks and Prediction

• Selections: Cavaliers +8.5
• Odds: 1.90
• Bookmaker: bet365
• Stake: 6/10

Odds are available as of May 13th, 2024. Odds may now differ.

Considering the Celtics’ recent offensive struggles and the Cavaliers’ potential to compete, the game is crucial for the Cavaliers, and taking the points with them seems like a good choice.

Cavaliers vs Celtics Game Info

• Date: Tuesday, May 14th, 2024
• Time: 00:00 (CET)
• Arena: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
• Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA.

Cleveland Cavaliers Injury Report, Team News 

The Cleveland Cavaliers are aiming to bounce back and even the series after suffering a disappointing 106-93 loss to the Celtics on Saturday. The Cavaliers shot 42.9% from the field, 12 of 36 (33.3%) from beyond the arc, and scored 9 of their 10 (90%) free throws. Donovan Mitchell led the team with 33 points, Evan Mobley added 17 points and Darius Garland and Caris LeVert each scored 15 points. With the last loss, the Cavs have lost 5 of their last 8 playoff games. However, they are 4-1 SU at home in the playoffs.

The Cleveland Cavaliers are averaging 97.7 points per game. They shoot 44.7% from the field, 30.5% from beyond the arc, and 76.2% from the free throw line. They are allowing 102.2 points per game, 43.6% from the field and 31.9% from deep.  The Celtics are 47-38-5 ATS. They have covered 75% (6-2) of their games in the playoffs and are 21-17-3 ATS as away favorites.

Craig Porter (ankle), Ty Jerome (ankle), Jarrett Allen (ribs), are all out of this clash while Donovan Mitchell is questionable.

Boston Celtics Injury Report, Team News

The Boston Celtics aim to seize a commanding 3-1 series lead following their 106-93 road win over the Cavaliers in Game 3 on Saturday. The Celtics shot 51.3% (41 of 80) from the field, 13 of 34 (38.2%) from beyond the arc, and were able to convert 11 of their 14 attempts (78.6%) from the charity stripes. Jayson Tatum led the team with 33 points, 13 rebounds, and 6 assists, Jaylen Brown added 28 points with 9 rebounds and Jrue Holiday contributed 18 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. With the win, the Celtics have won 5 of their last 6 playoff games and have also won 8 of the previous 10 games.  In the playoffs, the Celtics are 6-2 SU. 

The Boston Celtics are averaging 107.4 points per game. They shoot 47.3% from the field, 36.8% from beyond the arc, and 78.1% from the charity stripe. The Boston Celtics are allowing 95.9 points per game, from 44.7% field points and 33.3% shooting from deep. The Cavaliers are 42-48-2 ATS. They have covered 40% (4-6) of their playoff games and have covered 47.7% (21-23-1) of games as a home team. 

Kristaps Porzingis is ruled out of this clash with a calf injury and Luke Kornet is a doubt for the clash.

Cavaliers vs Celtics Betting Trends

• The Cavaliers are 42-48-2 ATS.
• The Celtics are 47-38-5 ATS.
• The Cavaliers have covered 40% (4-6) of their playoff games. 
• The Cavaliers have covered 47.7% (21-23-1 ) of games as a home team. 
• The Celtics have covered 75% (6-2) of their games in the playoffs
• The Celtics are 21-17-3 ATS as away favorites. 

Cavaliers vs Celtics H2H 

The Celtics and Cavaliers have met 275 times—both the regular season and playoffs. The Celtics have won 163 and the Cavaliers have 112 wins in those games. The Celtics won the last game between them, 106-93.

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