Cleveland Cavaliers vs Houston Rockets Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 01/22/25

The Cleveland Cavaliers have seen somewhat of a decline in their spectacular season, having lost 2 of their last 5 games. Their road record now stands at 15-4 and could suffer further tonight as they visit one of the top teams in the Western Conference, the Houston Rockets. With Evan Mobley remaining out for the visitors, their ability to get stops could be impacted tonight. With the Rockets 4th in offensive rating over the last 10 games, they should be well positioned to take full advantage. During that stretch of games, the Cavaliers have fallen to 22nd in defensive rating.

The Cavaliers have seen Caris LeVert struggle for form recently. He is listed as questionable ahead of tonight’s game due to a wrist injury. He has not scored double-digit points in his last 4 games. Considering he is their main shot creator off the bench, the Cavaliers could have issues dealing with the depth of the Rockets. Tari Eason and Cam Whitmore both average double-digit points this season and are well equipped to attack a Cavaliers team lacking rim protection outside of Jarrett Allen. Over the last 10 games, the visitors are 26th in opponent points in the paint. With the Rockets 7th in 3-point percentage during that stretch, their offense should have enough firepower to carry them to a win tonight.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Houston Rockets Prediction: Rockets ML