Cavaliers vs. Trail Blazers: Predictions, Odds, Top NBA Prop Bets for Feb. 1
The Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Portland Trail Blazers on February 1, aiming to enhance their position in the Eastern Conference. Cleveland has won seven of its last ten games, showcasing strong form. In contrast, the Trail Blazers are struggling, currently on a four-game losing streak. They faced a disappointing defeat against the New York Knicks and sit at the ninth seed in the Western Conference.
Cavaliers vs. Trail Blazers: Game Overview
Despite missing key players Darius Garland and Evan Mobley, the Cavaliers remain competitive. They are just two games shy of the No. 2 seed in the East. The matchup will take place at the Moda Center in Portland, starting at 9:00 p.m. EST, and can be watched on FanDuel Sports Network and BlazerVision.
Game Odds
| Bet Type | Odds |
|---|---|
| Spread | Cavs -3.5 (-102), Blazers +3.5 (-118) |
| Moneyline | Cavs -155 |
| Total | 229.5 (Over -112/Under -108) |
Injury Reports
- Cavaliers:
- Tristan Enaruna – questionable
- Darius Garland – out
- Evan Mobley – out
- Craig Porter Jr. – questionable
- Max Strus – out
- Luke Travers – out
- Trail Blazers:
- Deni Avdija – questionable
- Scoot Henderson – out
- Jrue Holiday – out
- Damian Lillard – out
- Kris Murray – out
- Duop Reath – out
- Matisse Thybulle – out
- Blake Wesley – questionable
- Robert Williams III – questionable
Top NBA Prop Bets
One notable player prop bet to consider is Jaylon Tyson’s 3-Pointers. You can find odds for Tyson to make over 1.5 three-pointers at -177. Following the trade of De’Andre Hunter, Tyson is expected to take on a more significant role within the Cavaliers’ lineup. With an impressive shooting percentage of 46.3%, he has successfully made at least two 3-pointers in nine of his last ten games.
Prediction
The Cavaliers enter this matchup as the favored team. Their momentum is supported by recent performances, while the Trail Blazers continue to struggle with efficiency. Portland’s recent loss to the Knicks highlighted their challenges, currently sitting at 23-26 overall.
The Cavaliers rank ninth in net rating, while Portland sits at 23rd. With the added pressure, a loss for the Blazers could drop them to the tenth seed, further complicating their playoff aspirations. Cleveland’s defense and offensive improvements suggest they are set to secure the victory as they continue their upward trajectory.
The pick for this game is the Cavaliers on the Moneyline at -155. Consider placing bets wisely and check for any updates related to player status before the game.
