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The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics kick off Monday's NBA Playoff slate. Will the Cavaliers or the Celtics take Game 1 in this East Semifinals series? Matt McCuen shares his Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Boston Celtics Game 1 prediction.
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Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Boston Celtics Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds for Game 1

The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics will meet from TD Garden on Monday night.

The Cavs open the series as a massive +800 underdog.

Cleveland advanced past the first round for the first time since LeBron James left the team.

Cavaliers VS. Celtics GAME 1 DATE, TIME, AND WHERE TO WATCH

  • Date: May 7, 2024
  • Start Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
  • Where to Watch: TNT

Cavaliers VS. Celtics GAME 1 Odds

  • Spread: Cavaliers +11 (+100), Celtics -11 (-125)
  • Total Odds: O 210.5 (-110), U 210.5 (-102)
  • Moneyline Odds: Cavaliers (+500), Celtics (-650)

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Boston Celtics Game 1 Prediction

The Cavs were tested in round one, and it took them seven games to take down the Orlando Magic.

They know how difficult it will be to knock off the best team in the NBA.

Donavan Mitchell starred in round one, leading the Cavs with 28.7 points per game.

Jarrett Allen was solid in round one, adding 17.0 points and 13.8 rebounds. Allen missed the last few games of the series and is listed as questionable for tonight’s game.

Darius Garland added 14.9 points and a team-best 5.4 assists in the series win.

Boston enters this series as a -1800 favorite.

It would be a major letdown if the Celtics do not reach the finals this year.

This is undoubtedly the best team in basketball.

Boston rolled past the Heat in round one, taking them down in five games.

Jaylen Brown led the Celtics in round one with 22.8 points per game.

Derrick White was outstanding in round one, averaging 22.4 points and 3.2 assists.

Jayson Tatum had a disappointing series for his standards. Tatum averaged 21.8 points and 5.4 assists.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Boston Celtics Game 1 Picks

I love this spot in Game 1 for Boston.

The Celtics showed their ability to blow out teams all season and in round one.

This is a tough spot for the Cavs, who are coming off an emotional game seven on Sunday.

Boston will roll tonight and cover this number.

Pick: Boston Celtics -11 -125 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds

Tatum is due for a breakout game sooner rather than later.

He was not as aggressive as he normally is in round one.

We will see Tatum put up 15-20 shots tonight and get to the free-throw line.

Bonus Pick: Jayson Tatum over 26.5 Points-120 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds

Let’s cash in both bets tonight!

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Matt McCuen is a native of Delco, PA. He has been working in the sports gambling industry and creating content for the last few years. He is an expert in numerous different sports, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and collegiate sports. You can follow Matt on Twitter at @DeadPresPicks.

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