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Cleveland (7-3) at Miami (6-4)
- When: Nov 10 2025, 7:30 PM
- Where: Kaseya Center, Miami, FL, USA
- TV: FDSSUN
Cleveland vs Miami Preview & Prediction
Spread: Cleveland -7.5
Moneyline: Cleveland (-290)
Total: 247.0
Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Preview
The Cavaliers roll into South Beach hotter than a Miami sidewalk in August. Winners of four straight, Cleveland is averaging video-game numbers lately, 132, 148, and 128 points in their last three outings. At this rate, even the scoreboard operator needs a sub. Donovan Mitchell has been absolutely ridiculous, scoring like he’s trying to prove a point to every scout who ever doubted him. Averaging over 30 a night, he’s basically playing NBA Jam while everyone else is stuck on rookie mode.
Evan Mobley is doing his best impression of a human wall, protecting the rim and dunking like he’s mad at the rim’s family. Add in DeAndre Hunter’s steady scoring and rebounding, and you’ve got a team that can hang 120 on you before halftime. The Cavs’ only real problem is deciding who gets to dunk last.
Kenny Atkinson’s squad still has that sour taste from getting bounced in last year’s playoffs, and they’re clearly taking it personally. Garland is back and healthy, Nance Jr. is questionable but likely joking about it, and Lonzo Ball’s presence has given this roster some sneaky veteran swagger. The Cavs are favored by 7.5 for a reason, they look like a team on a mission to torch anyone standing between them and a deep postseason run.
Miami Heat Betting Preview
Meanwhile, Miami’s been cooking too, literally. The Heat are averaging 124 points per game and just dropped a 53-point first quarter against Charlotte, which feels illegal in some states. Erik Spoelstra’s offense is flowing smoother than Pat Riley’s hair, even without Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro. Somehow, Miami keeps finding random players who turn into all-stars the moment they step on the court.
Nikola Jovic looked like a Serbian superhero in Saturday’s win over Portland, dropping 29 points with a smile that said, “Yeah, I’m keeping this job.” Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Dru Smith chipped in like they’ve been playing in Spoelstra’s system for a decade. Miami’s bench is so deep, Spo probably has his equipment manager running pick-and-rolls just in case.
The Heat are undefeated at home (4-0), and their crowd might as well bring beach chairs because this one’s going to be an up-and-down shootout. Even short-handed, Miami’s offensive rhythm and fearless pace make them dangerous, especially if the Cavs start snoozing defensively.
The Betting Angle and Prediction
This matchup is pure chaos waiting to happen, two high-octane offenses, minimal defense, and enough pace to make your Fitbit cry. Cleveland’s firepower gives them a slight edge, but Miami’s home magic and Spoelstra’s scheming make it closer than expected. Expect buckets, more buckets, and possibly someone losing a shoe mid-possession.
Final Score: Cavaliers 128, Heat 122
Lean: Miami +7.5
Total: Over 247.0
- NBA Basketball Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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