The Wizards will play the Cavaliers on Friday, January 5th, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 7:40 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Captain Shady Lines
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
Now that the 2023-24 NBA season is in full swing, let's gear up for a game between the Washington Wizards and the Cleveland Cavaliers set for Friday, January 5th, 2024. Make sure to review each team's performance stats below as you handicap this matchup. We've included a few key metrics we think will be most helpful. At this point in the season, statistical trends should begin to firm up.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Washington Wizards currently have a 84.33 power ranking. The power ranking for the Cleveland Cavaliers is 91.33. Continue monitoring these figures as the season progresses.
- Away Washington Wizards - The Washington Wizards currently have a 3-16 record as an away team. That standing puts them 9th in the league for away team wins.
- Home Cleveland Cavaliers - The Cleveland Cavaliers start this matchup with a 10-8 record as a home team. They now rank 6th in the league for home team wins so far in the 2023-24 NBA regular season.
- Average Points Per Game - The Washington Wizards currently rank 11th (116.2) for average points scored per game. On the other side of the court, the Cleveland Cavaliers stand at 21st averaging 113.1 PPG.
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 126.6 points against the Washington Wizards, ranking them 1st in the league. The Cleveland Cavaliers currently rank 21st in the league for points scored against them, with a current standing of 112.1 OPPG.
- Team Division Records - The Washington Wizards have notched a 1-9 Eastern Southeast Division division record, while the Cleveland Cavaliers possess a 3-3 Eastern Central Division standing.
- Overall Team Records - The Washington Wizards have a 6-27 overall record, while the Cleveland Cavaliers have a 19-15 standing.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Arr, me hearties! Today, the Washington Wizards set sail to face...the Cleveland Cavaliers in another nail-biting clash on the hardwood...of the 2023-24 NBA regular season. Ahoy, mateys! As we dock in the Cavaliers' arena, we witness a rowdy crowd...filled with passionate fans who roar like thunder for their home team.
The Wizards, with a miserable 6-27 overall record, are lost at sea...in this treacherous season. They've been walking the plank in the Eastern Southeast Division...with a pitiful 1-9 division record. But don't be fooled, landlubbers!...These scallywags have been scoring an average of 116.2 points per game.
Meanwhile, the Cavaliers have been holding their own with a 19-15...overall standing. They've been conquering the high seas of the Eastern Central Division...with a respectable 3-3 division record. Their cannons have been booming...as they average 113.1 points per game.
So, me hearties, see you courtside at today's game! Prepare to witness...a clash between a struggling pirate crew and a battle-tested warriors. And before you set sail, be sure to review...the best point spread, moneyline, and total bets from our featured sportsbooks.
But that's not all, me mateys! Look at this game's prop bets below...and place your wagers wisely. Will the Wizards find their treasure...or will the Cavaliers send them home empty-handed? Only time will tell, me hearties!
Best Wizards at Cavaliers Odds
| Underdog Washington Wizards | Favorite Cleveland Cavaliers |
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| Underdog Washington Wizards | Favorite Cleveland Cavaliers |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Cleveland Cavaliers are -10 -108 point spread favorites at BetRivers, while the Washington Wizards are +10.5 -115 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.
The best over line is 237.5 -115 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 238 -113 points at BetRivers, and that means you risk $113 to win $100 betting the under.
The Cleveland Cavaliers are the -455 moneyline favorite at BetRivers and the Washington Wizards are the +375 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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 BetMGMBet |
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Wizards
Cavaliers
1/05/24 7:40pm EST | +10.5 -115-10.5 -105 |
Underdog Washington Wizards - Washington Wizards bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A +10.5 Washington Wizards underdog bet wins if they lose by 10 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 11 or more.
Favorite Cleveland Cavaliers - Cleveland Cavaliers bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A -10.5 Cleveland Cavaliers favorite bet wins if they win by 11 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 10 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Washington Wizards at Cleveland Cavaliers Prop Bets
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Wizards
Cavaliers
Game to Overtime
1/05/24 7:40pm EST | +1400-5000Bet |
Cavaliers
Team Total Points
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -110-115Bet |
Wizards
Team Total Points
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -115-110Bet |
Bilal Coulibaly
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -130-105Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Bilal Coulibaly
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -105-130Bet |
Caris LeVert
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -120-115Bet |
Caris LeVert
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -105-125Bet |
Corey Kispert
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -110-120Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Corey Kispert
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -120-110Bet |
Daniel Gafford
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -115-115Bet |
Daniel Gafford
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -125-105Bet |
Dean Wade
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -105-130Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Dean Wade
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -115-120Bet |
Delon Wright
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -120-110Bet |
Delon Wright
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -120-110Bet |
Deni Avdija
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -110-120Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Deni Avdija
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -120-115Bet |
Donovan Mitchell
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -110-120Bet |
Donovan Mitchell
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -140+105Bet |
Georges Niang
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -130-105Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Georges Niang
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -115-115Bet |
Isaac Okoro
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -110-120Bet |
Isaac Okoro
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -115-115Bet |
Jarrett Allen
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -120-110Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Jarrett Allen
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -110-120Bet |
Jordan Poole
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -110-120Bet |
Jordan Poole
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -125-105Bet |
Kyle Kuzma
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -120-110Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Kyle Kuzma
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -115-115Bet |
Max Strus
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -125-110Bet |
Max Strus
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -115-120Bet |
Sam Merrill
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -115-115Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Sam Merrill
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -105-130Bet |
Tyus Jones
Points, Rebounds & Assists
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -105-130Bet |
Tyus Jones
Points Scored
WAS at CLE 1/05/24 7:40pm EST | -105-125Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
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| x - Cleveland Cavaliers | 48 | 34 | 0.585 | +16.0 | 26-15 | 22-19 | 11-5 | 31-21 | 112.6 | 110.2 | +2.4 | L1 | 4-6 |
| e - Washington Wizards | 15 | 67 | 0.183 | +49.0 | 7-34 | 8-33 | 4-12 | 11-41 | 113.7 | 123.0 | -9.3 | L6 | 1-9 |
Washington Wizards & Cleveland Cavaliers Futures Odds
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Washington Wizards Championship OddsNo NBA Championship TM Washington Wizards YR: futures available
Cleveland Cavaliers Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| Cavaliers | +20000 Bet | +15000 Bet |
Washington Wizards & Cleveland Cavaliers Team Pages
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How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Washington Wizards vs Cleveland Cavaliers NBA Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Friday, January 5th, 2024 at 7:40 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the Washington Wizards vs Cleveland Cavaliers Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NBA page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Washington Wizards vs Cleveland Cavaliers Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.