The Philadelphia 76ers (47-35, 37-39-1 ATS) visit the Cleveland Cavaliers (45-23, 41-34-3) on Sunday at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The Sixers are 1-3 in their last four games while the Cavs are 2-5 over their last seven. Can Philly get back on a roll as we head into the playoffs? Find out in our 76ers vs Cavaliers prediction.
- Date/Time: April 3, 6 p.m. ET
- Stadium: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
- TV Coverage: NBC Sports Philadelphia Plus, Bally Sports Ohio
- Sportsbook Odds: 76ers -5.5 | O/U 228 (Line History)
- 76ers vs Cavaliers Matchup Report
76ers vs Cavaliers Odds & Analysis
Sportsbook Odds
The 76ers opened as a 5.5-point favorite with the total set at 228 points. The OVER is 5-2 in Philadelphia’s last seven games and 8-3 in Cleveland’s last 11 outings. The Sixers have won seven of the last 10 meetings against the Cavs, including all three this season, making the visitors a clear favorite for your 76ers vs Cavaliers prediction.
Get the best 76ers vs Cavaliers odds and lines available from our recommended sportsbooks for your favorite picks of the night.
- Best Spread-108-112PHI-6+6CLE
- Best Moneyline-240+200PHICLE
- Best Total-113-107Over225225Under
76ers Rout Hornets In Strong Team Effort
The 76ers routed the Charlotte Hornets 144-114 in their last outing on Saturday. Embiid scored a modest 29 points and added 14 rebounds as the Sixers spread the ball around, with seven players finishing in double digits. Miles Bridges led Charlotte with 20 points in a losing effort.
After looking almost unbeatable for a couple months after Christmas, the 76ers have fallen back down to earth, going 8-7 since March 5. They should still be able to lock up home court advantage in the first round of the playoffs as they sit fourth in the east and two games ahead of the Chicago Bulls, but the Sixers will want to get their game back on track through the final week of their regular season.
Cavaliers Destined For Play-In Tournament
The Cavaliers cruised to a win of their own on Sunday as they defeated the New York Knicks 119-101. Darius Garland led the way with a double-double, scoring 24 points and adding 13 assists, while six others finished in double digits for Cleveland. Meanwhile Opi Toppin had 20 points to top the Knicks.
Like the 76ers, the Cavs have slipped down the stretch, going 5-2 over their last seven games and 8-14 over their last 22 outings dating to February 12. Cleveland has fallen to seventh place in the Eastern Conference, 2.5 games behind the surging Toronto Raptors, and will almost assuredly have to get through the Play-In Tournament to earn a spot in this year’s playoffs.
Rajon Rondo (ankle) is questionable while Evan Mobley (ankle) and Jarrett Allen (finger) are out.
76ers vs Cavaliers Pick & Insights
76ers: Keys to Cover
It’s been business as usual for Embiid, who is averaging 31.3 points and 12.3 boards over his last 10 outings, though the Sixers will want more out of James Harden. The trade deadline acquisition has been hot and cold, scoring fewer than 20 points in three of his last four contests. If Harden has a good game, you can book an easy win for Philadelphia.
Cavaliers: Keys to Cover
The Cavaliers have been somewhat offensively challenged over their last six games, averaging just 107.2 points per game during that span. Their 119-point performance on Saturday was a good change of pace as every starter scored at least 10 while they also got 34 points off the bench. Cleveland will need another excellent team effort to keep up with a more talented Philadelphia squad.
Odds Shark’s Computer 76ers vs Cavaliers Prediction: 76ers -4.5
Check out more of Odds Shark’s signature NBA and NCAAB computer picks, plus our favorite sportsbooks that serve up basketball customers.
- Cleveland is 1-7 ATS in its last 8 games.
- Cleveland is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 home games.
- Philadelphia is 15-5 in its last 20 road games.
