NBA preview and tips: Cleveland Cavaliers at Boston Celtics
Two teams at the top of the tree clash in the early hours of Thursday morning (GMT) as the 44-17 Boston Celtics welcome the 39-25 Cleveland Cavaliers to TD Garden. Check out our suggested bet.
Both sides can be pleased with their efforts in February, posting a 7-3 record in their last 10 games, but Cleveland has momentum. They sunk their claws into the Raptors' defence, building an early lead and outscoring their opponents during every quarter.
Conversely, Boston found themselves trailing the Knicks by 12 at the half, and they'll be looking to bounce back from a disappointing 15-point loss.
Boston themselves are no shrinking violet when it comes to displaying defensive capabilities.
Boston are rolling at home, winning 24 of 31 games. Cleveland, on the other hand, have lost 18 of 31.
They've often backed their ability to outscore the visitors and embraced a high-tempo game, resulting in 19 of their last 26 here going over the bookmaker's total.