Clippers vs. Cavaliers Picks and Prediction – 3/30/2025
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Los Angeles Clippers (42-31) vs. Cleveland Cavaliers (59-15)
Time: 3:30 PM ET
Location: Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse, Cleveland, OH
TV: ESPN
Previous Games:
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Clippers: 132-100 win vs. Brooklyn Nets
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Cavaliers: 133-122 loss vs. Detroit Pistons
Head-to-Head:
The Clippers have been dominant against the spread, covering as a +7 underdog in their last 16 consecutive games. Cleveland, despite leading the Eastern Conference, has struggled to cover large spreads, failing to do so in 4 of their last 5 home games.
Los Angeles Clippers Breakdown:
The Clippers are one of the hottest teams in the NBA, winning 8 of their last 10 games and playing elite-level defense. They are averaging 121.3 PPG on 52.5% shooting, with James Harden leading the charge at 24.9 PPG and 9.1 APG. With Kawhi Leonard in strong form and Ivica Zubac dominating the boards, LA has the firepower to keep this game competitive.
Key Players:
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James Harden: 24.9 PPG, 9.1 APG
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Kawhi Leonard: 31 PTS, 6 REB in last game
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Ivica Zubac: 12.2 RPG
Cleveland Cavaliers Breakdown:
Cleveland has been dominant at home with a 31-5 record, but they have been inconsistent in their last 10 games (5-5 record). They still lead the NBA in offensive efficiency (122.3 PPG), but their defense has faltered, allowing 116.5 PPG in their last 10 contests. Donovan Mitchell remains their go-to scorer, but Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen must step up to cover the spread.
Key Players:
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Donovan Mitchell: 38 PTS in last game
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Darius Garland: 17.4 PPG, 6.2 APG
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Jarrett Allen: 8.3 RPG
Betting Trends:
Los Angeles Clippers:
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7-1 ATS in their last 8 games
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7-1 SU in their last 8 games
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Covered +7 in 16 straight games
Cleveland Cavaliers:
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2-6 ATS in their last 8 games
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OVER has hit in 6 of their last 7 games
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Failed to cover -7 in 4 of their last 5 home games
Exact Score Prediction:
Cleveland Cavaliers 116 – Los Angeles Clippers 112
Our Best Bet:
Los Angeles Clippers +7.5 (-110)
The Clippers are playing too well to be getting this many points, especially against a Cleveland team that has struggled to cover large spreads. Expect a close game, with the Clippers keeping it within the number.