Utah Jazz vs Cleveland-cavaliers Picks and Predictions March 23rd 2025

Utah Jazz vs Cleveland-Cavaliers March 23rd 2025

The Cleveland Cavaliers (-1229) are favored by 15 points over the Utah Jazz (+760) in this non-conference matchup. The over/under line is set at 236.5 points. Tip-off is scheduled for 3:30 ET at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City.

Cleveland is currently on a four-game losing streak and has a record of 56-14. The Jazz, who are 15th in the Western Conference at 16-55, are 15-point underdogs. KJZZ will have the television coverage for this game.

Cavaliers vs. Jazz Key Information

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers at Utah Jazz
• Where: Salt Lake City at Delta Center
• Date: Sunday, March 23rd
• Betting Odds CLE -15, CLE -1229 | UTA +760 O/U 236.5

The Cavaliers Can Win If…

The Cavaliers fell to 56-14 on the season after a 123-112 road loss to the Suns on Friday. Cleveland, who entered the game as 8.5-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 235 narrowly exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 233.5.

After a close 1st quarter (35-34), Cleveland struggled in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, being outscored 63-45. They entered the 4th quarter down 98-79 but managed to outscore the Suns 33-25 in the final period, though it wasn’t enough to complete a comeback.

In their 123-112 loss to the Suns, the Cavaliers shot 44.7% from the field, with a three-point percentage of 37.8%, making 17 threes. Darius Garland led the team with 18 points, adding 6 assists and 5 rebounds, while De’Andre Hunter contributed 17 points, shooting 75% from the field and hitting 3 threes.

Evan Mobley also added 16 points and 12 rebounds, connecting on 50% of his shots. Garland and Mobley both scored 9 points in the 4th quarter, while Ty Jerome added 8 of his 16 points in the 3rd.

The Cavaliers struggled defensively on Friday, giving up 123 points to the Suns, who shot 52% from the field. Cleveland allowed 35 points in the 1st quarter and 36 in the 3rd, though they tightened up in the 4th, holding Phoenix to 25 points.

From beyond the arc, the Suns hit 19 threes at a 45% clip. Cleveland sent Phoenix to the line just 8 times, where they made all their free throws. The Cavaliers recorded 11 steals and 5 blocks in the game.

• Through their last three road games, Cleveland has an ATS record of just 0-3. However, their overall record was 0-3 while averaging 116 points per game.
• In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Cavaliers have a straight up record of 0-3 and an ATS mark of 0-3.
• Over their last three games, the Cavaliers have an over/under record of 3-0 and are 0-3 vs. the spread.

The Jazz Can Win If…

The Jazz fell to 16-55 on the season after a 121-99 home loss to the Celtics on Friday. Utah entered the game as +14.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 220 points came in under the 226.5-point line.

Boston took control with a 13-0 run, stretching the score from 74-69 to 82-74. Utah won the 2nd quarter 30-25 but couldn’t maintain momentum, as the Celtics outscored them 29-24 in the 3rd and 32-24 in the 4th.

In their 121-99 loss to the Celtics, the Jazz’s offense struggled, shooting just 45.2% from the field. They did hit 14 threes at a 40% clip, with Keyonte George connecting on 5 of them.

Collin Sexton led the way with 30 points, shooting 75% and hitting 4 threes. George added 19 points, with 13 coming in the 4th quarter.

Defensively, the Jazz had a tough start, giving up 35 points in the 1st quarter, but they tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 25. Overall, they allowed 121 points on 46% shooting from the Celtics.

Utah struggled on the boards, giving up 16 offensive rebounds, and Boston hit 17 threes at a 33% rate. The Jazz sent the Celtics to the line 16 times, where they made 14 free throws.

• In their last three home games, Utah has averaged 108 points per game while allowing 121. The team’s record in this stretch was 0-3 while going 2-1.
• As the betting underdog, the Jazz have an ATS mark of just 2-3 in their last five games. Utah posted a straight up mark of 0-5 in these matchups.
• In their last three games, the Jazz have an over/under record of 1-2 and are 1-2 vs. the spread.

The Lean

We’re putting our money on the Cavaliers to win, and have the projected score sitting at 141-119. We also like them to cover the spread, so our recommendation is to bet on the Cavaliers at -15.

Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 236.5 and given that our model is projecting 260 points between the teams, we like the over.

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Cavs Look to Get Back on Winning Track in Visit to Jazz

The Cleveland Cavaliers, leading the Eastern Conference with a remarkable 56-14 record, will be looking to bounce back when they face the struggling Utah Jazz on Sunday in Salt Lake City. Surprisingly, despite their contrasting records, the Jazz (16-55) have notched a more recent victory than the Cavaliers.

The Jazz snapped a 10-game losing streak on Wednesday by dismantling the Washington Wizards 128-112. Although they faltered against the Boston Celtics on Friday night, the win over the Wizards offered a glimpse of hope for the young Utah squad.

Meanwhile, the Cavaliers have been stuck in a slump, dropping four consecutive games after defeating the Memphis Grizzlies on March 14. Their most recent loss came against the Phoenix Suns on Friday night, where they fell 123-112. Star guard Donovan Mitchell took responsibility for the defeat, scoring just seven points while shooting 2-of-18 from the field, including 0-for-8 from beyond the arc.

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Mitchell’s Shooting Woes Continue

Mitchell, who is averaging 23.8 points on 44.1 percent shooting this season, has only scored in single digits once before — a 3-for-15 performance against Oklahoma City in January. However, his recent slump has been particularly alarming, as he has averaged just 18.8 points on 29.6 percent shooting, including a dismal 7-for-50 from long range, over his last six games.

Mitchell’s frustration was evident following the loss to Phoenix, where he openly accepted blame for his poor shooting performance.

“Put this on me,” Mitchell said. “When your leader ain’t doing (expletive), this is what happens… I have to be better for the group.”

Despite Mitchell’s struggles, the Cavaliers still hold a comfortable five-game lead for the top seed in the East over the second-placed Boston Celtics. However, they will need to snap out of their funk quickly as they continue their five-game road trip.

For the latest updates on Mitchell and the Cavaliers' playoff push, be sure to visit the NBA Eastern Conference Odds & Predictions.

Jazz Finding Momentum After Breaking Streak

The Jazz are coming off a resilient win against the Washington Wizards, where Collin Sexton led the way with 30 points on 12-of-16 shooting. The victory marked the end of Utah’s 10-game losing streak. Although they couldn’t sustain their momentum against Boston, head coach Will Hardy praised his team’s effort and willingness to fight back from an early 17-point deficit.

“I think the team hung in and competed for a majority of the game,” Hardy said. “We were able to cut the lead there in the second half, which I was proud of.”

Despite being outplayed by a high-powered Celtics lineup led by Kristaps Porzingis and Jayson Tatum, the Jazz showed glimpses of competitive spirit, especially after rallying to within two points before eventually falling short.

To see how the Jazz’s recent victory might impact their betting odds, visit the NBA Western Conference Odds & Predictions.

Betting Preview and Predictions

The Cavaliers will aim to take advantage of the Jazz’s inconsistencies, while Utah looks to build off the momentum from their recent win. With Mitchell’s shooting woes, the key for Cleveland will be finding offensive rhythm early to put pressure on the Jazz.

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Whether you’re betting on the Cavs to snap their losing streak or banking on the Jazz to catch them off guard, make sure you check out the NBA Championship Odds & Predictions for a comprehensive look at title contenders and futures betting.