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Celtics vs. Cavaliers prediction: Why Cleveland is favored to win Sunday's NBA matchup [11/30/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers predictions for NBA Sunday.
The Cleveland Cavaliers will square off with the Boston Celtics in NBA action at Rocket Arena on Sunday, starting at 6:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Cavaliers as the most likely winner of the Celtics vs. Cavaliers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Cavaliers lineup will feature players like Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Evan Mobley, while the Celtics will look to Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard and Anfernee Simons.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Celtics vs. Cavs prediction: Who will win and cover?
As part of Dimers' NBA predictions coverage—and following a review of recent results—our pregame model has generated moneyline, spread, and over/under probabilities for Sunday's clash between the Celtics and Cavaliers.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Cavaliers a 73% chance of beating the Celtics. Our predicted final score has the Cavaliers winning 120-113.
According to our model, the Celtics (+7.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the 234.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Celtics vs. Cavaliers odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Celtics | Cavaliers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +7.5 (-112) | -7.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +230 | -270 |
| Total | o234.5 (-110) | u234.5 (-106) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Celtics vs. Cavaliers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Celtics +7.5 | -112 |
| Moneyline | Cavaliers | -270 |
| Total | Under 234.5 | -106 |
According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Under 234.5 total points.
Celtics vs. Cavaliers player props
NBA prop bets are a popular way to wager on the Celtics vs. Cavaliers game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Rocket Arena.
Jaylen Brown is expected to lead the Celtics with 29 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, while Donovan Mitchell is projected to have 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the Cavaliers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every game this season.
Celtics prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Celtics are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 29 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 51 |
| P. Pritchard | 16 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 32 |
| Anfernee Simons | 15 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 27 |
| Sam Hauser | 11 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 22 |
| Josh Minott | 9 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 19 |
Cavaliers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Cavaliers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Mitchell | 26 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 46 |
| Darius Garland | 18 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 36 |
| Evan Mobley | 18 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 41 |
| De'Andre Hunter | 18 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 31 |
| Jaylon Tyson | 12 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 27 |
Celtics vs. Cavs game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's matchup between the Cavaliers and Celtics at Rocket Arena is scheduled to start at 6:00PM ET.
- Who: Boston Celtics vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Sunday, November 30, 2025
- Time: 6:00PM ET/3:00PM PT
- Venue: Rocket Arena
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Conclusion
We predict the Cavaliers, with a 73% win probability, will likely beat the Celtics on Sunday, with Jaylen Brown projected for a game-high 51 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Celtics vs. Cavaliers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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