- The undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers visit the reigning-champion Boston Celtics on Tuesday night
- Boston is a 5.5-point home favorite
- See the Cavaliers vs Celtics predictions, player props, and best odds for Nov. 19
The game of the young NBA season takes place tonight in Beantown as the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers (15-0, 7-0 away, 11-4 ATS) put their perfect record on the line against the reigning NBA-champion Boston Celtics (11-3, 4-2 home, 7-7 ATS) at TD Garden. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:10 pm ET and the Cavaliers vs Celtics odds establish the home team as a sizable 5.5-point favorite in Tuesday’s NBA odds.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Boston Celtics Predictions
- Cavaliers +5.5 (-105) at Caesars
- Jaylen Brown under 24.5 points (-115) at DraftKings
If Cleveland’s 15-game season-opening win streak wasn’t surprising enough, in a development that no one saw coming, it’s been the Cavs offense – not the defense – that’s been the catalyst. Cleveland currently leads the league with a 122.1 Offensive Rating, one season after finishing in the bottom half of the league (114.7, 16th).
Last year, the Celtics lead the league in O-Rating and finished second in D-Rating. This season, they sit just behind Cleveland on offense but a distant ninth on defense.
It’s hard to complain about Boston’s 11-3 record so far, but their schedule has been fairly soft. They’ve only played two teams over .500, beating the Knicks (132-109) on opening night and losing to the Warriors (118-112) on Nov. 6.
Including the playoffs, Cleveland went 2-4 straight-up against the Celtics with Donovan Mitchell in the lineup (and 0-2 without him), and both road losses in the regular season were by single-digits.
Boston’s last game was a terribly unconvincing OT win over the lowly Toronto Raptors (136-133) at home. Maybe Jayson Tatum and company will crank up the intensity tonight with an undefeated team coming to town, but there is no doubt about which team is playing the better basketball right now. There is a good chance the Cavaliers’ win streak continues tonight and I love getting this many points with Cleveland.
CLE vs BOS Player Props
Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Three-Pointers Made |
---|---|---|---|---|
Jayson Tatum (BOS) | 27.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 8.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 5.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 3.5 (Ov -135 | Un +105) |
Donovan Mitchell (CLE) | 27.5 (Ov +105 | Un -135) | 4.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 4.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) | 3.5 (Ov -148 | Un +115) |
Jayley Brown (BOS) | 24.5 (Ov -125 | Un -115) | 5.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 3.5 (Ov -120 | Un -110) | 2.5 (Ov +130 | Un -168) |
Darius Garland (CLE) | 19.5 (Ov -105 | Un -125) | 2.5 (Ov -148 | Un +115) | 6.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 2.5 (Ov -105 | Un -125) |
Derrick White (BOS) | 16.5 (Ov -110 | Un -115) | 4.5 (Ov +100 | Un -130) | 4.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 3.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) |
Evan Mobley (CLE) | 16.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 9.5 (Ov +110 | Un -142) | 2.5 (Ov +105 | Un -135) | OFF |
Jarrett Allen (CLE) | 13.5 (Ov -120 | Un -110) | 10.5 (Ov -135 | Un +105) | OFF | OFF |
Jrue Holiday (BOS) | 11.5 (Ov -135 | Un +105) | 4.5 (Ov +120| Un -154) | 4.5 (Ov +130 | Un -168) | 1.5 (Ov -175 | Un +135) |
Al Horford (BOS) | 8.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) | 5.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 2.5 (Ov +130 | Un -168) | OFF |
Isaac Okoro (CLE) | 6.5 (Ov -120 | Un -110) | 2.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | OFF | OFF |
NBA player props from DraftKings on Nov. 19. Check out SBD’s best online sportsbook for payouts.
Tatum and Mitchell both have point totals of 27.5 O/U tonight. Jaylen Brown (24.5 O/U) is the only other player over the 20-point plateau.
Jarrett Allen has the highest rebound total at 10.5 O/U with the over heavily favored at -135. Tatum leads the C’s at 8.5 O/U.
Best Cavaliers vs Celtics Odds
Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
---|---|---|---|
Cleveland Cavaliers | +5.5 (-105) at Caesars | +185 at DraftKings | Over 233.5 (-105) at ESPN Bet |
Boston Celtics | -5.5 (-110) at BetMGM | -215 at ESPN Bet | Under 234.0 (-110) at FanDuel |
The Cavaliers/Celtics spread is currently Boston -5.5 across the board. The best price on the Cavaliers to cover is -105 at Caesars while BetMGM and EPN Bet have the best odds on the Celtics to cover at -110.
ESPN Bet also has the best moneyline price on the Celtics at -215. All other books have Boston at -220 or shorter. The longest odds on Cleveland to win are +185 at DraftKings.
There is a half-point range in the total. DraftKings and FanDuel are on the high end at 234.0 while bet365, BetMGM, Caesars, and ESPN Bet have it at 235.5. ESPN Bet has the best price on the over, list O 235.5 at just -105.
The public evidently doesn’t think too much of Cleveland’s 15-game win streak to start the season. The NBA public betting splits show 72% of moneyline handle and 85% of moneyline wagers on Boston to win straight-up.
-
BET365 SPORTSBOOK
BET $5 & GET $150 IN BONUS BETS!
-
DRAFTKINGS SPORTSBOOK
BET $5 & GET $200 IN BONUS BETS INSTANTLY!
-
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK
BET $5 & GET $150 IF YOUR BET WINS + 3 MONTHS OF NBA LEAGUE PASS
-
BETMGM SPORTSBOOK
GET UP TO $1,500 BACK IN BONUS BETS + 2ND CHANCE TD CASH BACK!
-
ESPN BET SPORTSBOOK
USE CODE DIME TO GET A $1,500 FIRST BET RESET & ESPN+
-
CAESARS SPORTSBOOK
GET UP TO $1,000 BACK – ON CAESARS!
-
Must be 21+. GAMBLING PROBLEM? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (CO, IL, KS, KY, MD, MI, NC, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, VT, WV, WY); (800) 327-5050 or gamblinghelplinema.org (MA); (877) 8-HOPENY (NY); 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ); (888) 789-7777 (CT); 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA); 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN); mdgamblinghelp.org (MD); morethanagame.nc.gov (NC); 1800gambler.net (WV)
The Cleveland Cavaliers will face off against the Boston Celtics on November 19th in what is sure to be an exciting matchup between two Eastern Conference powerhouses. Both teams have had strong starts to the season, with the Cavaliers currently sitting at 9-5 and the Celtics at 8-6.
When it comes to predictions for this game, it’s always tough to say for sure how things will play out. However, based on recent performances and key matchups, it looks like the Cavaliers may have the edge in this game. With players like Collin Sexton and Darius Garland leading the way for Cleveland, they have a strong backcourt that can put up points in a hurry. On the other hand, the Celtics will be relying on their star duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown to carry the load offensively.
In terms of player props, there are a few key players to keep an eye on in this game. For the Cavaliers, look for Sexton to have a big game scoring-wise, as he has been on a tear recently. Garland is also a solid option for props, as he has shown the ability to score and distribute the ball effectively. On the Celtics side, Tatum and Brown are always good bets for props, as they are both capable of putting up big numbers on any given night.
When it comes to betting odds, the Cavaliers are currently listed as slight favorites in this game. However, with the Celtics playing at home and looking to bounce back from a tough loss, this game could easily go either way. If you’re looking to place a bet on this game, be sure to shop around for the best odds and consider factors like recent form, injuries, and head-to-head matchups.
Overall, this game between the Cavaliers and Celtics has all the makings of a competitive and entertaining matchup. With talented players on both sides and plenty at stake in terms of playoff positioning, fans can expect a hard-fought battle between these two teams on November 19th.