Published Nov 18, 7:19am ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Nov 18, 7:19am ET
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Updated Nov 18, 7:19am ET
One of the games on Wednesday's NBA slate features the Cleveland Cavaliers hosting the Houston Rockets. Who has the edge in our Cavaliers vs Rockets pick?
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| Cleveland Cavaliers | -2.5 (-119) |
| Houston Rockets | +2.5 (-105) |
After suffering a 126-113 setback against the Raptors, Cleveland enters this matchup riding a two-game win streak. This includes a 118-106 victory against the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night.
Although Milwaukee jumped out to an early 30-16 lead in the first quarter, the game was tied at 88 late in the third quarter. But thanks to a 12-3 burst, the Cavaliers were able to pull away down the stretch.
Donovan Mitchell pumped in 37 points, along with seven assists and five rebounds. He shot 14-for-22 overall and 5-of-7 from deep. Sam Merrill added 14 points and five rebounds on a 6-for-9 effort from 3-point range.
After a 121-110 loss to San Antonio, the Rockets have responded with four straight wins, including a 117-113 overtime victory against the Orlando Magic on Sunday.
Houston trailed by a point in the overtime frame. But a dunk from Amen Thompson and a step-back jumper from Kevin Durant, gave the Rockets a 113-110 advantage and they managed to hold on for a four-point win.
Durant scored a team-high 35 points, handed out six assists, and collected five rebounds. Alperen Sengun finished with 30 points, 12 rebounds, and eight assists.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Rockets hold a 3-2 edge in the previous five meetings in this series. And given that Houston is 10-4 in its last 14 games against Central Division opponents, the edge goes to the road team.
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