Rockets vs Cavaliers predictions
When it comes to the Houston Rockets taking on the Cleveland Cavaliers, all eyes will surely be on the Rockets’ dynamic backcourt, particularly Jalen Green. With an average of 21.3 points per game, Green has consistently shown his ability to score, and this matchup should be no exception. Expect Green to put up a solid 19 to 20 points. In the engine room of the Rockets' offense, Fred VanVleet is another player to watch out for. Known for his sharp court vision, I see VanVleet dishing out around 6 or maybe more assists during the game. Meanwhile, Alperen Sengun is expected to dominate the boards; it's safe to say he'll be grabbing double-digit rebounds as he has in past games.
Shifting our focus to the Cleveland Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell is undoubtedly one of their key players to watch, and rightfully so. Scoring an average of 23.5 points per game is no easy feat. For this game, he's likely to notch up somewhere between 21 and 22 points. It'll be interesting to see how Darius Garland compliments Mitchell with his assisting prowess. On a good night, which I'm guessing tonight is, Garland might collect around 6 assists. On the frontcourt, we can't forget about Jarrett Allen. His rebounding ability stands out, and I anticipate he'll pull down plenty, nearing double digits, perhaps in the realm of 10 or 11 rebounds.
As these two teams gear up for this non-conference showdown, the Cleveland Cavaliers' strength on their home court cannot be overlooked. With a home record of 21-2, the Cavaliers have been a fortress of sorts in front of their fans. It seems plausible that they might emerge victorious, leveraging both their formidable defense and the electric atmosphere of Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. However, the Rockets have a decent road record and could provide a tough challenge. My hunch leans towards the Cavaliers clinching this one, but as we all know in the NBA, never say never till the final buzzer rings.
