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Cavaliers vs. Nets prediction: Cleveland to win, Donovan Mitchell projected for big game in Friday's NBA matchup [10/24/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Cleveland Cavaliers vs Brooklyn Nets predictions for NBA Friday.
The Brooklyn Nets will take on the favored Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA action at Barclays Center on Friday, starting at 7:30PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Cavaliers as the most likely winner of the Cavaliers vs. Nets game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Nets lineup will feature stars like Cam Thomas, Michael Porter and Egor Demin, while the Cavaliers will look to Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Cavs vs. Nets prediction: Who will win, cover the spread?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Friday's NBA matchup between the Cavaliers and Nets 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Cavaliers an 80% chance of defeating the Nets. Our predicted final score has the Cavaliers winning 120-110.
According to our model, the Nets (+11.5) have a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 230.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Cavaliers vs. Nets odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Cavaliers | Nets |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -11.5 (-105) | +11.5 (-112) |
| Moneyline | -625 | +480 |
| Total | o230.5 (-105) | u230.5 (-114) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Cavaliers vs. Nets picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 | Nets +11.5 | -112 |
| Moneyline | Nets | +480 |
| Total | Over 230.5 | -105 |
According to our NBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Nets moneyline.
Cavaliers vs. Nets player props
NBA player props are an exciting way to wager on Friday's Cavaliers vs. Nets game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Barclays Center.
Donovan Mitchell is expected to lead the Cavaliers with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists, while Cam Thomas is projected to have 20 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists for the Nets.
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.
Cavaliers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Cavaliers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Mitchell | 27 | 5 | 6 | 3 |
| Evan Mobley | 21 | 10 | 4 | 1 |
| Jarrett Allen | 14 | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| Sam Merrill | 11 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Jaylon Tyson | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
Nets prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Nets:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cam Thomas | 20 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| Michael Porter | 16 | 6 | 2 | 3 |
| Egor Demin | 10 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| Nic Claxton | 10 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Tyrese Martin | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
Cavs vs. Nets game-day updates and essential details
Friday's matchup between the Nets and Cavaliers at Barclays Center is scheduled to start at 7:30PM ET.
- Who: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Brooklyn Nets
- Date: Friday, October 24, 2025
- Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Barclays Center
Conclusion
We predict the Cavaliers, with an 80% win probability, will likely beat the Nets on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Cavaliers vs. Nets insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from 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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