10/24/2025
Betting odds favor the Cavaliers (-11.5) over the Nets in the game on Friday, October 24, 2025. This is due to Cleveland's superior team on paper, recent dominance in head-to-head matchups, and Brooklyn's shaky start to the season. However, Cleveland is dealing with injuries to key players, including point guard Darius Garland, which could keep the final score closer.
Game prediction and analysis
Final Score Projection: Cavaliers 125, Nets 117.
Against the Spread (ATS): Nets +11.5. While the Cavaliers are expected to win, the Nets could cover the double-digit spread, especially with Cleveland missing key players. Brooklyn showed some offensive potential in its first game and could capitalize on Cleveland's defensive rust.
Over/Under (O/U): Over 230.5. The Cavaliers had a high-scoring offense last season and scored well in their opening game. Despite some offensive inconsistency from the Nets' opener, their fast pace could contribute to a higher-scoring game.