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Cavaliers Look to Extend Series Lead Against Heat in Game 2 After Dominant Game 1 Win

As the regular season and play-in tournament come to a close, the Heat and Cavaliers are set to face off in Game 2 of their playoff series. The Cavaliers secured a decisive win in Game 1, with Cleveland holding a 2-1 advantage in their meetings this season. Despite the Heat holding the edge in the regular season series, Cleveland is the betting favorite for Game 2 with the line staying steady at -12. Stay tuned for our Heat vs. Cavaliers prediction as the series continues.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Heat +495 | Cavaliers -669
• Spread: Heat +12 (-110) | Cavaliers -12 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 212 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cleveland will win straight-up is 87%.

Miami vs Cleveland Stats

Miami Heat

In Game 1, Miami struggled on the road against Cleveland, ultimately losing by a significant margin. Despite shooting well from the field and three-point range, the Heat were unable to overcome turnovers and a strong Cleveland shooting performance. Miami will now aim to bounce back in Game 2 and avoid falling into a 2-0 series hole before returning home for Games 3 and 4. Key players for Miami in the loss were Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro, Davion Mitchell, and Andrew Wiggins. Additionally, Miami has been dealing with injuries to Dru Smith, Kevin Love, and Terry Rozier. Looking at the season as a whole, Miami ranks 24th in offense and 7th in defense, with a record of 39-46. They have been efficient in shooting and rebounding, but have struggled with turnovers. Defensively, Miami has been solid, but have allowed opponents to shoot well from the field and free-throw line. Overall, Miami will need to regroup and make adjustments to have a better showing in Game 2 and throughout the rest of the series.

Cleveland Cavaliers Analysis

The Cleveland Cavaliers had a dominant performance in their recent game against Miami, taking advantage of their rest advantage and home court to secure a 1-0 series lead. Cleveland used a strong offensive showing, shooting over 50% from the field and from three-point range, while also controlling the boards. Donovan Mitchell led the way with 30 points, supported by Ty Jerome's 28 off the bench and contributions from Darius Garland, Jarrett Allen, and Evan Mobley. Although De'Andre Hunter struggled in the game, the Cavaliers are confident in their deep rotation and healthy roster. Cleveland has been a top offensive team this season, ranking first in scoring and field goal percentage, while also performing solidly on defense. With a clean injury report and a strong overall record, the Cavaliers are in a good position heading into the next game.

Cleveland's Depth and Home Advantage Prove Key in Game 1 Victory against Miami

Miami deserves recognition for their two road wins in the play-in tournament, however, the toll it took on the team's depth was evident in their Game 1 loss. Without key players Rozier and Love available, coach Erik Spoelstra faces another challenge with a short bench. Cleveland's strong home record of 34-7 and being at full strength gives them an advantage in this matchup. Players like Mitchell and Garland have shown readiness and determination in the previous game. Given Cleveland's performance in Game 1, it is likely they will continue their success in the upcoming game. Therefore, it is expected that Cleveland will come out on top once again in this contest.

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