Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks Prediction: Injury Report, Starting 5s, Betting Odds & Spreads: December 4 | 2022-23 NBA Season
The Cleveland Cavaliers (15-8) are third in the Eastern Conference after a two-game winning streak and are coming off a win in their last outing against the Orlando Magic (107-96).
Donovan Mitchell was the star performer for the Cavs, scoring 34 points along with two rebounds and an assist. Darius Garland and Evan Mobley, too, chipped in with 18 and 19 points respectively. Veteran Kevin Love came off the bench and contributed 11 points as well. They will now take on the New York Knicks (10-13), who are on a two-game losing streak and 11th in the East.
The Knicks lost to the Dallas Mavericks in their previous outing (121-100). Julius Randle's 24-point effort went in vain along with Immanuel Quickley's 23-point contribution. They now have a tough task at hand to face one of the best in the East tonight.
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Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks: Match Details
Fixture: Cleveland Cavaliers @ New York Knicks
Date & Time: Sunday, December 4, 06:00 p.m ET
Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York City
Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks: Injury Report
The Cavs are suffering from four injuries at the moment. Dean Wade is out with a shoulder injury and Jarett Allen is out with a back problem. Dylan Windler has an ankle issue that will keep him out and Ricky Rubio, who has been missed a lot by everyone, will be missing the game with a knee issue.
The Knicks are lucky with injuries at the moment. They only have one injured player, Ryan Aricidiacono, who is out due to an ankle injury.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks: Injury List
Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks: Betting Odds
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Cavaliers vs New York Knicks: Starting 5s
Cavs: F Lamar Stevens, F Isaac Okoro, C Evan Mobley, G Darius Garland, G Donovan Mitchell.
Knicks: F Julius Randle, F RJ Barrett, C Mitchell Robinson, G Quinten Grimes, G Jalen Brunson.
Cavaliers vs Knicks: Betting Prediction
The Cavs have a 5-5 record against the Knicks in their last ten encounters. However, they have managed to win the last four of their five games. The two teams have already met once this season and the Cavs won it 121-108. They are definitely better this season and have a clear advantage.
However, New York is hosting the game and will look to end their losing run. The last three of their four games have crossed the total mark.
Final Prediction: Total Over 222.5 (-110)
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