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Suns vs. Cavaliers prediction: Cleveland to win, Donovan Mitchell projected for big game in Wednesday's NBA matchup [12/31/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Phoenix Suns vs Cleveland Cavaliers predictions for NBA Wednesday.
NBA action continues on Wednesday at 3:30 PM ET as the Phoenix Suns square off with the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury news, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Cavaliers as the most likely winner of the Suns vs. Cavaliers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Cavaliers lineup will feature stars like Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Evan Mobley, while the Suns will rely on Devin Booker, Dillon Brooks and Collin Gillespie.
This article offers a closer look at Wednesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Suns vs. Cavs prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's NBA matchup between the Suns and Cavaliers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Cavaliers a 72% chance of beating the Suns. Our predicted final score has the Cavaliers winning 119-112.
According to our model, the Cavaliers (-6.5) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 233.5 points has a 51% chance of staying under.
Suns vs. Cavaliers odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Suns | Cavaliers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +6.5 (-105) | -6.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +220 | -258 |
| Total | o233.5 (-105) | u233.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Suns 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 | Cavaliers -6.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Cavaliers | -258 |
| Total | Under 233.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Wednesday, the top play to make on this game is Cavaliers to win.
Suns vs. Cavaliers player props
NBA prop bets are an exciting way to wager on the Phoenix vs. Cleveland 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.
Devin Booker is expected to lead the Suns with 24 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists, while Donovan Mitchell is projected to have 28 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 today's NBA first basket picks.
Suns prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Suns are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devin Booker | 24 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 45 |
| Dillon Brooks | 20 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 31 |
| C. Gillespie | 15 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 35 |
| Mark Williams | 12 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 31 |
| Royce O'Neale | 11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 26 |
Cavaliers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Cavaliers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Mitchell | 28 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 49 |
| Darius Garland | 18 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 37 |
| Evan Mobley | 17 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 39 |
| Jarrett Allen | 13 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 30 |
| Jaylon Tyson | 12 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 25 |
Suns vs. Cavs game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's game between the Cavaliers and Suns at Rocket Arena is scheduled to start at 3:30 PM ET.
- Who: Phoenix Suns vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
- Time: 3:30 PM ET/12:30PM PT
- Venue: Rocket Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Cavaliers, with a 72% win probability, will likely beat the Suns on Wednesday, with Donovan Mitchell projected for a game-high 49 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Suns vs. Cavaliers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced 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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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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