Cavaliers vs. Celtics NBA Cup Prediction & Odds for Nov. 19

Shane Jackson Nov 19, 2024, 10:01 AM

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Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates after scoring during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 30, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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The Cavaliers are 15-0 to start the 2024-25 season.
Boston lost its NBA Cup opener against Atlanta.
I bet over 2.5 assists for Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley.

The Cleveland Cavaliers (15-0) will put their undefeated start to the test when they face the defending champions in Tuesday’s NBA Cup battle against the Boston Celtics (11-3) at the TD Garden.

Boston suffered an upset loss to the Atlanta Hawks as a 16-point favorite in its NBA Cup opener. That means the Celtics must hand the Cavaliers their first loss of the season if they hope to qualify for the quarterfinals.

Here is a look at the latest Cavaliers vs. Celtics NBA odds and my best bet ahead of Tuesday’s showdown:

Cavaliers vs. Celtics NBA Cup Odds, Nov. 19

Point spread: Celtics -5.5
Moneyline: Cavaliers +170/Celtics -210
Total: 236.5

Cavaliers vs. Celtics NBA Cup Prediction

According to the latest NBA betting lines, my favorite Cavaliers vs. Celtics NBA Cup prediction is over 2.5 assists (+110) for Cleveland big man Evan Mobley in a matchup that could feature plenty of offense on Tuesday.

Mobley hasn’t cleared this assist prop since Nov. 8, but that was also the last time the Cavs played a quality opponent. Mobley recorded four assists against the Golden State Warriors.

Since then, Mobley has recorded four dimes in as many games. However, he’s led the team in passes made (45.3) over that span.

In a game that should be high-scoring, Mobley will have more opportunities to record assists in Boston. I project him to finish with three assists, meaning a fair price on this Over would be closer to -130.

I’m taking this plus-money price before it’s too late.