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Cavaliers vs Bucks NBA Pick: Division Rivals Square Off In Cleveland (Oct 26)

Published Oct 25, 8:57pm ET by

James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer

Last updated Oct 25, 8:57pm ET

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The Cavaliers look to hand the Bucks their first loss when these teams clash on Sunday.

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Updated Oct 25, 8:59pm ET

  • The Cleveland Cavaliers improved to 1-1 following a 131-124 win over the Brooklyn Nets.
  • Milwaukee is undefeated through two games after a 122-116 win against the Toronto Raptors.
  • These teams previously squared off on Mar. 9, with the Cavaliers claiming a 112-100 victory.

One of the games on Sunday's NBA slate features the Cleveland Cavaliers hosting the Milwaukee Bucks. Who has the edge in our Cavaliers vs Bucks pick?

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Milwaukee Bucks Overview Watch On: FDSOH

DATE & TIME

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2025 @ 6:00 PM ET
Cleveland Cavaliers
Rocket Arena
Cleveland, OH
Milwaukee Bucks
GAME ODDS
BetOnline
Cleveland Cavaliers -6.5 (-110)
Milwaukee Bucks +6.5 (-110)

Cavaliers Aiming For Second Consecutive Win

Cleveland opened the season with a loss against the New York Knicks. And the game against Brooklyn turned out to be anything but a cakewalk.

The Cavaliers were up by as many as 25 points only to see their opponent rally to get within 121-120 in the final frame. But thanks to a 10-4 burst down the stretch, Cleveland held on for a 131-124 victory.

Despite missing key rotational players, Cleveland's offense placed five players in double figures. Donovan Mitchell pumped in 35 points, handed out five assists to go along with three steals. Jarrett Allen and Sam Merrill scored 22 points apiece and combined for nine rebounds.

Milwaukee Aims To Improve To 3-0

On the other side, the Bucks have won two straight, including a 122-116 win against the Toronto Raptors on Friday night.

In a battle between two teams coming off impressive scoring efforts in their season openers, it was fitting that the game was tied at 86 through three quarters. Milwaukee outscored Toronto 36-30 in the fourth quarter to remain undefeated.

Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way with 31 points, 20 rebounds, and seven assists. He is the first palyer in NBA history to average more than 30 points, 15 rebounds, and five assists across the first two games of a season.

Injury / Suspension
PLAYER STATUS
De'Andre Hunter INJURED
Darius Garland INJURED
Kyle Kuzma INJURED
Kevin Porter Jr. INJURED

Cavaliers vs Bucks NBA Pick

Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this Central Division showdown.

  • The Cavaliers are 2-5 straight-up (SU) in their last seven games.
  • Cleveland is 1-6 ATS in its previous seven outings.
  • The Bucks are 11-4 in their last 15 contests.
  • Milwaukee is 4-1 against the spread in its previous five matchups.

Cleveland has dominated the series as of late, winning each of the last five meetings. However, the Bucks are a top-10 scoring team, while Milwaukee is in the bottom third from a defensive standpoint. Given that fact, the Bucks are positioned to improve to 3-0.

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