The Oklahoma City Thunder will visit the Cleveland Cavaliers in an anticipated cross-conference clash to kick off the week on an exciting note. Seeded at the top of the standings, the Thunder are entering the clash on the back of a two-point loss to the Miami Heat. The defeat put an end to their five-game winning streak. The Cavs, on the other hand, are coming off a two-game winning streak.
The Thunder are 6.5-point favorites to come on top of the Cavs with moneyline at -250 and total around 234.5 points. These NBA odds today suggest that the Thunder are highly-likely to get back to winning and bounce back from their recent setback. We have gotten our Best Bet, a same-game parlay, and a few player props for today’s game.
Here’s how we are betting Cleveland Cavaliers vs OKC Thunder on Monday.
Best Bet for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder dominate the standings with their elite efficiency on both ends of the court. With the fifth-best offensive rating, and the best-defensive rating, the Thunder have won seven of their last ten games, and maintain a 15-5 record on road. On the other hand, while the Cavaliers have a strong offense, they are seeded in the middle of the deck in terms of defense.
The spread at -6.5 feels a bit short for the Thunder, considering their red-hot form and balance on the court. We like it to be around 9-10 points.
Considering the Cavs’ weaker defense, and the Thunder’s balance, we are comfortably laying the Thunder -6.5 as our Best Bet, and expect them to cover the number tonight.
Same-Game Parlay Picks for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder
3-Leg SGP (Safer)
Leg 1: Oklahoma City Thunder -10.5 (alternate spread)
We have built this same-game parlay around the Thunder to win with a comparatively bigger margin. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to once again take the offensive charge and exploit the Cavs’ defense. Chet Holmgren is a reliable player, and we can expect him to shoulder scoring responsibility alongside SGA.
These legs are correlated, considering if the Thunder take charge of the game, their players get volume and they fill the stats-sheet. Hence, this is our safer SGP option.
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These legs fit well into usage and volume. Donovan Mitchell is the leading Cavaliers’ scorer and Evan Mobley shoulders the responsibility well. We expect them to push against a stronger Thunder defense to make the most of their home-court advantage and keep themselves in the game.
Trends to Know for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder
Here are a few betting trends to keep in mind for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder.
The OKC Thunder are 9-11-0 ATS on the road this season.
The Cavaliers are 7-17 ATS at home this season.
Over has hit the Thunder in 22 of their 43 games thus far.
Latest Injuries and NBA Injury Report for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder
Before betting this game, it’s important to check the NBA injury report, as late scratches and minutes limits can swing spreads and totals in a hurry.
Team
Player
Injury
Status
Oklahoma City Thunder
Isaiah Hartenstein
Calf
Out
Oklahoma City Thunder
Jalen Williams
Hamstring
Out
Oklahoma City Thunder
Nikola Topic
Groin
Out
Oklahoma City Thunder
Thomas Sorber
Knee
Out
Cleveland Cavaliers
Sam Merrill
Hand
Out
Cleveland Cavaliers
Darius Garland
Toe
Out
Cleveland Cavaliers
Chris Linvingston
Knee
Out
Cleveland Cavaliers
Dean Wade
Knee
Questionable
Cleveland Cavaliers
Max Strus
Foot
Out
In the NBA, late injury news and minutes restrictions have a huge impact on spreads and totals, so re-check the injury report and final inactives about an hour before tip-off.
What time is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder today?
The Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder is scheduled to tip off at 2:30 pm ET on Monday.
Where will Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder be played?
The Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder will be played at Rocket Arena, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Where can I watch Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder on TV and live stream?
You can watch Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder on NBC/Peacock and FDSOK. The live stream will be accessible via NBA League Pass and Fubo.
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