The Miami Heat will play against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The game will take place at Rocket Arena and will be broadcast on NBA. The Cavaliers lead the series 1-0 in this best of 7 series in the Eastern Conference First Round.

Heat vs. Cavaliers Betting Prediction

• Spread Prediction: Heat +12.0. The Heat have a strong record as underdogs in the postseason, going 2-1 against the spread on the road. They may keep the game close against the Cavaliers.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 212.0. Both teams have been hitting the over in their recent games, with the Heat on a 2-game over streak and the Cavaliers scoring high in their last game.

Team Trends

• The Cleveland Cavaliers lead the series 1-0 in the Eastern Conference First Round of the NBA Playoffs.
• Miami Heat has a 2-1 record Against The Spread (ATS) on the road in the 2025 postseason.
• Cleveland Cavaliers have a 1-0 ATS record at home in the 2025 postseason.
• Miami Heat is on a 2-game over streak in the 2025 postseason.
• Cleveland Cavaliers have an average combined score of 221.0 in the 2025 postseason.

Heat vs Cavaliers Preview

The Miami Heat are set to take on the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference First Round. The Cavaliers have the advantage, leading the series 1-0. The game will be held at Rocket Arena, with tip-off at 7:30 PM. Fans can catch the action on NBA TV.

For the Heat, Tyler Herro is expected to lead the scoring effort. He is joined by Duncan Robinson and Andrew Wiggins in the starting lineup. Bam Adebayo will play a key role in the paint, alongside Kel’el Ware. The Cavaliers will rely on Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell for scoring. Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley will anchor the defense. Both teams aim to secure a win in this important playoff game.

Cleveland Cavaliers: Home Court Advantage

The Cleveland Cavaliers are ready for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference First Round. They lead the series 1-0 against the Miami Heat. Playing at Rocket Arena gives them a boost in front of their fans. Cleveland’s performance in the first game was strong. They secured a win with a score of 121-100. The team aims to maintain their momentum in this series. The Cavaliers have a chance to extend their lead. A win in this game would put them in a good position. The team will rely on their home crowd’s support to achieve this.

Miami Heat: Road Warriors Aim to Even the Series

The Miami Heat are heading into Game 2 of the Eastern Conference First Round. They are looking to bounce back after a loss to the Cavaliers. Their record in the postseason stands at 2-1, with both wins coming on the road. Tyler Herro has been a key player for the Heat. He averages 29.7 points per game in the postseason. His shooting from beyond the arc has been strong, hitting 47.8% of his three-point attempts. Bam Adebayo is another important player for the Heat. He averages 18.7 points and 10.7 rebounds per game in the playoffs. The Heat will miss Kevin Love, Terry Rozier, and Dru Smith due to injuries.

Final Betting Pick

The Heat have performed well as underdogs in the postseason, with a 2-1 record against the spread on the road. This shows they can keep games competitive, even against strong teams like the Cavaliers. With the spread at +12.0, the Heat have a good chance to cover, especially given their recent form.

The over/under is set at 212.0, and both teams have been scoring well in recent games. The Heat are on a 2-game over streak, and the Cavaliers scored high in their last game. This trend suggests that the total points could exceed 212.0, making the over a reasonable pick for this game.

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