Cavaliers face Bulls in Key Eastern Conference Playoff Race Matchup - March 12th Betting Preview

Cavaliers face Bulls in Key Eastern Conference Playoff Race Matchup - March 12th Betting Preview

By Michael Peterson

December 29, 2024 at 04:52 AM

The Cleveland Cavaliers face off against the Chicago Bulls in a key Eastern Conference matchup with playoff implications. Here's what you need to know:

Game Details:

  • Point Spread: Bulls -5.0
  • Over/Under: 223.0 points

Key Players to Watch:

Darius Garland (Cavaliers):

  • Averaging 28.2 points (46.5% FG) and 11.2 assists in last 5 games
  • Coming off 24 points and 10 assists vs Heat
  • Strong free throw shooting (15/16 in last game)

Evan Mobley (Cavaliers):

  • Must step up with Jarrett Allen out
  • Posted 19 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists vs Heat
  • Shooting efficiently (7/12 FG)

DeMar DeRozan (Bulls):

  • Averaging 32.6 points (52.3% FG) since February
  • Adding 6.5 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 1.3 steals per game
  • Having MVP-caliber season

Team Stats:

  • Cavaliers: 37-26-3 ATS (18-17 away)
  • Bulls: 36-29-1 ATS (24-10 home)

Prediction: Bulls should cover the spread at home against a depleted Cavaliers team. Expect DeRozan to continue his scoring streak with support from Zach LaVine.

DeMar DeRozan Bulls

DeMar DeRozan Bulls

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