The Cleveland Cavaliers host the New York Knicks Tuesday night from the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. With the Knicks listed as a 3.0-point road favorites and the total at 214.5 points what is the smart bet from Cleveland? Keep reading for our Knicks vs. Cavaliers prediction.
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
523 New York Knicks (-3.0) at 524 Cleveland Cavaliers (+3.0); o/u 214.5
7:30 p.m. ET, Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse, Cleveland, OH
Knicks vs. Cavaliers Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 65% of public bettors are currently backing the Knicks when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
New York Knicks DFS SPIN
RJ Barrett led the Knicks in scoring against the Pelicans in their 96-87 loss on Saturday night. Barret is off to a strong start to the season averaging 22.7 ppg on nearly 50% from the field and 40% from deep. Jalen Brunson and Julius Randle will look to turn it around on Tuesday night, as they combined for a total of 8/29 from the field in the Saturday’s loss.
Cleveland Cavaliers DFS SPIN
Evan Mobley had a big night for Cleveland scoring 33 points and recoding 14 rebounds in the Cavs 125-113 loss to the Pacers on Saturday night. The Cavaliers hope to return Donavan Mitchell for this Tuesday’s game as he listed questionable with a hamstring issues. Fellow backcourt mate Darius Garland and center Jarrett Allen remain out for Tuesday.
Knicks vs. Cavaliers Betting Trends
Cleveland is 3-7 SU in their last 10 games against New York.
The Knicks are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 road games.
The total has gone under in 5 of the last 5 games in this matchup.
Knicks vs. Cavaliers Prediction:
Both teams enter this contest coming off a loss and are to 1-2 start to begin the year.
Take the Knicks in this one, New York has dominated Cleveland as of a late and without Darius Garland, Jarrett Allen and a banged-up D-Mitchell they are going to have their hands full with the Knicks. The Knicks have their full complement of players and will eventually wear down the short-handed Cavaliers. New York is the play here.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: Knicks -3