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Cavaliers vs. Suns prediction: Cleveland to win, Donovan Mitchell projected for big game in Friday's NBA matchup [1/30/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Cleveland Cavaliers vs Phoenix Suns predictions for NBA Friday.
The Phoenix Suns and Cleveland Cavaliers will lock horns in NBA action at Mortgage Matchup Center on Friday, with tipoff at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Cavaliers as the most likely winner of the Cavaliers vs. Suns game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Suns lineup will feature players like Dillon Brooks, Grayson Allen and Collin Gillespie, while the Cavaliers will rely on Donovan Mitchell, Jaylon Tyson 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. Suns prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's NBA matchup between the Cavaliers and Suns 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Cavaliers a 57% chance of beating the Suns. Our predicted final score has the Cavaliers winning 111-109.
According to our model, the Cavaliers (-2) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the 221.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Cavaliers vs. Suns odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Cavaliers | Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -2 (-108) | +2 (-112) |
| Moneyline | -122 | +108 |
| Total | o221.5 (-114) | u221.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Cavaliers vs. Suns 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 | Cavaliers -2 | -108 |
| Moneyline | Cavaliers | -122 |
| Total | Under 221.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Friday, the top play to make on this game is Cavaliers to win.
Cavaliers vs. Suns player props
NBA prop bets are an enjoyable way to wager on the Cavaliers vs. Suns game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Mortgage Matchup Center.
Donovan Mitchell is expected to lead the Cavaliers with 29 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists, while Dillon Brooks is projected to have 21 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists for the Suns.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Cavaliers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Cavaliers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Mitchell | 29 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 51 |
| Jaylon Tyson | 16 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 33 |
| Jarrett Allen | 15 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 36 |
| De'Andre Hunter | 12 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 22 |
| Sam Merrill | 11 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 22 |
Suns prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Suns:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dillon Brooks | 21 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 35 |
| Grayson Allen | 18 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 |
| C. Gillespie | 14 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 32 |
| Jalen Green | 12 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 22 |
| Mark Williams | 11 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 29 |
Cavs vs. Suns game-day updates and essential details
Friday's matchup between the Suns and Cavaliers at Mortgage Matchup Center is scheduled to commence at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Phoenix Suns
- Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Mortgage Matchup Center
Conclusion
We predict the Cavaliers, with a 57% win probability, will likely beat the Suns on Friday, with Donovan Mitchell projected for a game-high 51 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Cavaliers vs. Suns 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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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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