The Cleveland Cavaliers (5-6) and New York Knicks (6-4) meet Wednesday at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let's analyze NBA odds around the Cavaliers vs. Knicks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: Knicks lead 1-0
New York won 109-97 in Cleveland as a 4.5-point favorite Saturday as the Under (222.5) cashed. G Jalen Brunson hit 12 of 25 from the field, finishing with 31 points, 9 assists and 6 rebounds, while C Karl-Anthony Towns went for 29 points and 13 rebounds. In a losing effort, G Donovan Mitchell was good for 37 points with 5 treys.
The Cavaliers are scuffling lately, losing 4 of the past 5 games, including a 124-112 loss Monday at the Charlotte
Hornets as an 8.5-point favorite as the Over (215.5) hit. Cleveland is just 1-4 against the spread (ATS) in the past 5 games. In fact, it is just 3-8 ATS in 11 games this season. The Under has a 3-2 edge in the past 5 games, and 5-3 in the previous 8 outings.
New York routed the Milwaukee Bucks 117-85 Tuesday, easily covering as a 15.5-point favorite as the Under (221.5) cashed. The Knicks have won 4 in a row, while covering 3 straight outings. The Under has cashed in 4 of the past 5 games, while going 8-2 in10 games. That includes the Under (222.5) against the Cavs in Cleveland Saturday.
Watch the NBA on Fubo!
Cavaliers at Knicks odds
Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:24 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Cavaliers +154 (bet $100 to win $154) | Knicks -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
- Against the spread (ATS): Cavaliers +4.5 (-118) | Knicks -4.5 (-104)
- Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)
Cavaliers at Knicks key injuries
Cavaliers
- G Sam Merrill (elbow) out
- F Nae'Qwan Tomlin (back) out
- G Jaylon Tyson (ankle) questionable
Thunder
- G Josh Hart (ankle) out
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
Cavaliers at Knicks picks and predictions
Prediction
Knicks 114, Cavaliers 106
Moneyline
If you're a conservative bettors, backing Knicks -190 is priced just a little out of line if you don't want to fiddle around with the points. Personally, that's not for me.
Against the spread
If you're a more traditional bettor, KNICKS -4.5 (-104) is a much smarter play than the moneyline. The Knicks have been fire against the spread lately, while the Cavaliers have really had trouble against the number. The only thing to give us some pause is that the Knicks are playing on no rest after a win Tuesday. The only previous back-to-back saw the Knicks win 133-127 in Chicago Oct. 28, but it failed to cover at most shops as a 6.5-point favorite, so keep that in mind.
Over/Under
UNDER 221.5 (-110) is the lean, but don't get carried away.
The total went low in Saturday's meeting, as the teams combined for 206 points on a total of 222.5. The Under is 5-3 in the past 8 games for the Cavs, and the total has gone low in 8 of 10 games for the Knicks the season.
Best prop bet
Bet Cavaliers G DONOVAN MITCHELL OVER 33.5 POINTS + REBOUNDS + ASSISTS (-114).
Player combos are just fun, and it's always best to target the best player on one of the teams for best results. Spida Mitchell gives his all, and win or lose, he comes up with impressive stat line. Pick him, then watch the stats pile up.
Betting odds calculator
For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW. Follow Daniel Dobish on X at @danieledobish. Follow SportsbookWire on X at SportsBookWire and on Facebook.
Access more NBA coverage:
HoopsHype | Celtics Wire | Lakers Wire | Nets Wire | Rockets Wire | Sixers Wire | Thunder Wire | Warriors Wire | Rookie Wire | List Wire
This article originally appeared on Sportsbook Wire: Cleveland Cavaliers at New York Knicks odds, picks and predictions
Advertiser disclosure: USA TODAY may earn a commission when you sign up through links on this page. Commissions never influence our editorial coverage or rankings. Offers and odds were accurate at publication and are subject to change; terms apply — see the operator’s site. This is general information, not betting, legal or financial advice. To the fullest extent permitted by law, USA TODAY is not liable for losses arising from your use of it.
Must be 21+ (18+ where permitted). Sports betting and casino gaming are not legal everywhere; complying with the laws where you are located is your responsibility. Gamble only with funds you can afford to lose. Gambling problem? Help is available 24/7 — call or text 1-800-GAMBLER, or call the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-MY-RESET. State helplines and responsible gaming resources.
