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Cavaliers Look to Sweep Heat as Series Shifts to South Beach for Game 3

The postseason continues with a change in location as the top-seeded Cavaliers travel to South Beach to take on the eighth-seeded Heat in Game 3 of their series. In Game 1, the Cavaliers secured a 121-100 win at home, while Game 2 saw them earn another victory with a 121-112 score, though the Heat covered the spread. While the Heat hold an all-time regular season series advantage, the Cavaliers have won two of three meetings this season. Cleveland is favored to win Game 3 with the current line set at Cleveland -5.5.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cavaliers -210 | Heat +180
• Spread: Cavaliers -5.5 (-110) | Heat +5.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 213.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cleveland will win straight-up is 68%.

Cleveland vs Miami Stats

Cleveland Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers have gained a 2-0 series advantage against Miami, and now look to expand their lead to 3-0 as they hit the road. Despite trailing early in the game, the Cavaliers rallied and maintained their lead to secure the win. Donovan Mitchell led the team with an impressive performance, scoring 30 points and contributing in rebounds and assists. Cleveland has excelled in scoring offense this postseason, ranking first in the league with an average of 121 points per game. Their offensive statistics are strong, with high percentages in field goals and three-pointers. Defensively, the Cavaliers are ranked 12th, allowing an average of 106 points per game. Overall, Cleveland has a solid record this season and is positioned well for continued success in the playoffs.

Miami Heat Analysis

Miami showed resilience in Game 2 but ultimately fell short on the road, now facing a 2-0 deficit heading home. The Heat must win at home to avoid elimination. Despite starting strong, Miami was unable to regain the lead and fell behind by as many as 19 points. Tyler Herro led with 33 points in the loss. The team ranks 8th in scoring offense and 15th in scoring defense in the league. Key players include Herro and Bam Adebayo. Miami ranks 1st in field goal percentage and 3rd in three-pointers made per game. Several players are listed as questionable for the next game, including Terry Rozier. The Heat have a power ranking of 12 and rank #24 in offense, #7 in defense, and have a record of 39-47. Against Cleveland, Miami has a 0-3 record in the last three matchups. Stats show Miami's offensive and defensive performance in various categories.

Miami's Defense Struggles in Series Against Cleveland, Putting Heat in Tough Position

Miami's defense, which performed above average in the regular season, has encountered challenges in stopping Cleveland during the first two games of the series. Despite the Heat's effective offensive performance, Cleveland's strong offensive statistics pose a significant hurdle. Miami's struggles on the perimeter have been evident, leading to a 3-0 series deficit. Additionally, Miami's performance at home, with a 19-22 record for the season, contrasts sharply with Cleveland's impressive 30-11 road record. The Heat's inability to contain Cleveland's offense, particularly in terms of three-point shooting, has put them in a tough position in the series. Overall, Miami is facing a daunting matchup against Cleveland and must address their defensive shortcomings to remain competitive in the series.

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