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76ers vs. Cavaliers prediction: Cleveland to win, Donovan Mitchell projected for big game in Monday's NBA matchup [3/9/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Philadelphia 76ers vs Cleveland Cavaliers predictions for NBA Monday.
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Philadelphia sixers will lock horns in NBA action at Rocket Arena on Monday, with tipoff at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Cavaliers as the most likely winner of the 76ers vs. Cavaliers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Cavaliers lineup will feature stars like Donovan Mitchell, James Harden and Evan Mobley, while the 76ers will be led by Kelly Oubre, Quentin Grimes and Cameron Payne.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Monday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Sixers vs. Sixers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NBA matchup between the 76ers and Cavaliers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Cavaliers an 86% chance of beating the 76ers. Our predicted final score has the Cavaliers winning 119-106.
According to our model, the 76ers (+14) have a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the 225.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
76ers vs. Cavaliers odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | 76ers | Cavaliers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +14 (-110) | -14 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +610 | -850 |
| Total | o225.5 (-112) | u225.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
76ers vs. Cavaliers 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 | 76ers +14 | -110 |
| Moneyline | 76ers | +610 |
| Total | Under 225.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Monday, the top play to make on this game is 76ers +14 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
76ers vs. Cavaliers player props
Looking for Philadelphia vs. Cleveland NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Rocket Arena.
Kelly Oubre is expected to lead the 76ers with 18 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists, while Donovan Mitchell is projected to have 27 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the Cavaliers.
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.
76ers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the 76ers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Oubre | 18 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 33 |
| Quentin Grimes | 17 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 35 |
| Cameron Payne | 11 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 25 |
| Dominick Barlow | 9 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 21 |
| Jabari Walker | 9 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 21 |
Cavaliers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Cavaliers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Mitchell | 27 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 48 |
| James Harden | 22 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 48 |
| Evan Mobley | 16 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 39 |
| Sam Merrill | 13 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 24 |
| Jaylon Tyson | 12 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 26 |
Sixers vs. Cavs game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Cavaliers and 76ers at Rocket Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Monday, March 9, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Rocket Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Cavaliers, with an 86% win probability, will likely beat the 76ers on Monday, with Donovan Mitchell projected for a game-high 48 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate 76ers vs. Cavaliers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date 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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