Match Analysis: Cleveland Cavaliers vs Toronto Raptors – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-31
- Time: 11:30 PM UTC
- Location: Rocket Arena, Cleveland
Game Overview
The Cleveland Cavaliers (3-2) host the struggling Toronto Raptors (1-4) at Rocket Arena. Cleveland is coming off a recent loss but has won 3 of their last 4, while Toronto is trying to break a 4-game losing streak and has lost 9 of its last 12 games.
Key Factors to Consider
- Cleveland has shown better recent form with a 3-2 record and solid defense but lost to strong Boston Celtics recently. Toronto has a poor 1-4 start and has been defensively fragile, allowing 127.8 points per game on 53.5% shooting.
- Cleveland dominates recent H2H with 7 wins in last 10 matchups and comfortable margins, including several double-digit victories in 2024 and 2025.
- No critical injury updates indicating major absences for either team; key players Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram active for Toronto, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen healthy for Cleveland.
- Game played at Clevelandβs home Rocket Arena, giving Cavaliers a home-court advantage. Raptors face a tough next opponent after this game, possibly reducing motivation slightly.
- Cleveland motivated to recover after a recent loss and maintain strong home record, while Toronto is desperate to stop their slide but has struggled to close out games and defend effectively.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Cleveland Cavaliers: -285, Toronto Raptors: 230 | Cleveland Cavaliers | β β β β β 78% |
| Spread | Cleveland Cavaliers -6.5: -115, Toronto Raptors +6.5: -105 | Cleveland Cavaliers -6.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
| Over/under | Over 239.5: -108, Under 239.5: -112 | Over 239.5 points | β β β ββ 62% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Cleveland Cavaliers -3% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 239.5 12% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 239.5 at 12% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 12.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Cleveland Cavaliers to win straight-up (moneyline), cover -6.5 spread, and the game to go over 239.5 points.
Predicted Score: Cleveland Cavaliers 125 – Toronto Raptors 110