The Cleveland Cavaliers rolled to a 1-0 series lead over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday and will look to keep that momentum going in Game 2.
Our Raptors vs. Cavaliers predictions and NBA picks expect more of the same at Rocket Arena tonight.
Who will win Raptors vs Cavaliers Game 2?
Raptors win probability: 23% (+335)
Cavaliers win probability: 79% (-376)
The Cavaliers enter Game 2 as heavy 79¢ favorites after cruising to victory over the Raptors (23¢ in Game 2) in Game 1 (126-113).
Our prediction: Cavaliers to win
The Cavaliers have too many options, including a much stronger bench. Cleveland’s reserves made a massive impact in Game 1, contributing 40 points. Tonight’s tilt will be more competitive than the series opener, but the Cavs will take a 2-0 series lead north of the border.
Read more in Jason Logan's full Raptors vs. Cavaliers predictions.
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Raptors vs Cavaliers spread and total at prediction markets
| Outcome | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|
| Cavaliers -9.5 | 49¢ (+104) | 52¢ (-108) |
| Over 221.5 points | 52¢ (-108) | 49¢ (+104) |
Our predictions: Cavaliers -9.5 — Yes and Over 221.5 points — Yes
Toronto doesn't have a defensive answer for these Cleveland guards, and that will manifest itself again in Game 2.
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