Cavaliers vs Raptors – Game 5 NBA Playoffs – predictions: Odds, recent stats, trends, best bets for April 29

TL;DR

The Cavaliers host the Raptors for Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs, aiming to extend their home winning streak. Toronto tied the series with two home wins, but struggles on the road could impact their performance.

Key points

Cavaliers aim to maintain home winning streak in playoffs
Raptors tied series with two consecutive home wins
Donovan Mitchell averages 31.0 points at home
Raptors won Game 4 despite poor shooting
Cavaliers need to improve assist to turnover ratio

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The home team is 4-0 between the Toronto Raptors and Cleveland Cavaliers. Toronto tied up the series with two straight home wins in Games 3 and 4. The series turns to Cleveland for Game 5 as the Cavaliers plan to keep the home team winning streak alive.

The Cavaliers are second in offensive net rating at home compared to 12th on the road in this series. Donovan Mitchell averaged 31.0 points per game at home and in wins versus 17.5 on the road and in losses. Cleveland will have to improve its assist to turnover ratio, which has ranked bottom three in the NBA during the playoffs.

Toronto won a thriller in Game 4 behind 23 points apiece from Brandon Ingram and Scottie Barnes. Despite shooting 4-of-30 from three (13%) and 32% from the field (31/97), the Raptors were able to squeeze out a 93-89 win. However, Toronto has lost four of its last five road playoff games ahead of Game 5 in Cleveland.

Let’s take a closer look at tonight’s matchup and take into consideration lineups, injuries, and other factors affecting the line and total.

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Q&A

What are the odds for Cavaliers vs Raptors Game 5?

The odds for Game 5 can be found through sportsbooks like DraftKings, which provide updated betting lines.

How did the Raptors perform in their last game against the Cavaliers?

The Raptors won Game 4 with a score of 93-89, despite shooting poorly from three-point range and the field.

What is Donovan Mitchell's scoring average at home in the playoffs?

Donovan Mitchell averages 31.0 points per game at home during the playoffs.

What trends should be considered for Game 5 between the Cavaliers and Raptors?

Key trends include the Cavaliers' strong home performance and the Raptors' struggles on the road, having lost four of their last five playoff games away.