Glenn Coleman
Nov 01, 2023 - 02:10

The New York Knicks vs Cleveland Cavaliers: Predictions, odds, injuries for Tuesday

The Cleveland Cavaliers and the New York Knicks are set to face each other in the 2023-24 NBA season after the Knicks knocked the Cavaliers out of the playoffs. The Knicks are favored to win.

The 2023-24 NBA season has kicked off with both the Cleveland Cavaliers and the New York Knicks starting with a 1-2 record. On Tuesday night, these two teams will face each other for the first time since the Knicks eliminated the Cavaliers in the first round of the 2023 NBA playoffs. The game will take place at an undisclosed location. However, the following night, on Wednesday, November 1, the Knicks will host the Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden.

In their most recent away game, the New York Knicks suffered a 87-96 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans. RJ Barrett was the leading scorer for the Knicks with 18 points. On the other hand, Jalen Brunson struggled in the first half, missing his first six shots and only managing to score 14 points throughout the game.

The Cavaliers may be facing some challenges on Tuesday night as they could be without some key players. Donovan Mitchell, who scored an impressive 43 points in the home-opener loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder, is listed as questionable due to hamstring soreness. Mitchell did not play in the game against the Indiana Pacers on October 28. It remains to be seen if he will be available for the game against the Knicks.

As for the Knicks, there are no players listed with injuries ahead of Tuesday's game.

According to the odds from BetMGM Sportsbook, the Knicks are favored to defeat the Cavaliers in their upcoming matchup. Various sources have provided their predictions and betting advice for the game. Sportsbook Wire predicts a score of Knicks 110, Cavaliers 103, citing the Cavaliers' struggles with health as a reason to back the Knicks. Winners and Whiners also believes that the Knicks are in better shape due to the health of their rotation, highlighting the absence of key players for the Cavaliers. Doc's Sport predicts a victory for the Knicks based on their performance in their previous game against the Pelicans. CapperTek predicts a score of Knicks 109, Cavaliers 101, noting the Knicks' recent performance and streaks. ESPN gives the Cavaliers a 55.4% chance of winning against the Knicks.

For those interested in watching the game, the TV channel and streaming options have not been specified. It is advised to check local listings or streaming platforms to find the appropriate channel or service.

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