Celtics vs Cavaliers Picks and Prediction – 2/5/2025

By: Eddie Kline |

Last Updated: 02/03/2025 at 9:14 PM ET

Boston Celtics at Cleveland Cavaliers 02/04/25 - NBA Picks & Predictions
Game Start: 2/5/2025, 12:30 AM UTC
Latest Odds: CLE -1.5 ; O/U 235.5

Celtics vs Cavaliers Prediction

In the first game of a Tuesday night NBA on TNT doubleheader, the Boston Celtics will square off against the Cleveland Cavaliers from Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Celtics (35-15) have won 19 of their first 25 road games and trail the Cavaliers by 5.5 games for the top spot in the Eastern Conference. On Sunday, Boston stormed back from a 26-point deficit to earn a 118-110 road victory against Philadelphia. 

All-Star F Jayson Tatum poured in a game-high 35 points (13-20 FG) to go along with 11 assists and seven rebounds. All-Star G Jaylen Brown chipped in 21 points, ten rebounds, and six assists. Kristaps Porzingis added 18 points and seven rebounds for the Celtics, who shot 50 percent from the field. 

The Cleveland Cavaliers have won 24 of their first 27 home games and own the best overall record in the NBA. The Cavaliers (40-9) lead the league in offensive efficiency and are averaging 122.6 points per contest. On Sunday, Cleveland erupted for 91 points during the first half and shot a sizzling 57 percent from the field during a 144-101 home victory versus Dallas. 

Sam Merrill knocked down 9-for-13 from long distance and finished with a game-high 27 points off the Cleveland bench. All-Star F Evan Mobley contributed 22 points (8-12 FG), 11 rebounds, and four blocks. All-Star G Darius Garland added 17 points and ten assists for the Cavaliers.

Celtics vs Cavaliers Pick Analysis

Cleveland F Isaac Okoro is dealing with a shoulder injury and will remain sidelined for this game. These two teams rank in the top three of the league in offensive efficiency, so the over is worth a look. The stronger play is on the Celtics to make a statement that they reign supreme in the East. Final Score Prediction, Boston Celtics win 123-116.

Our Free NBA Pick for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Boston Celtics

Boston Celtics +1.5