Cleveland Cavaliers vs Toronto Raptors Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/23

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors meet in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference First Round. The Cavaliers lead the series 2-0 after two wins. The game will be at Scotiabank Arena on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 8:00 PM, and it will air on Amaz.

Kenny Atkinson leads the Cavaliers, who finished the regular season with a 52-30 record. The team is on a two-game winning streak in the playoffs. The Raptors, coached by Darko Rajakovic, ended the regular season with a 46-36 record. They have lost their first two playoff games, and they will try to change their fortunes at home.

Cavaliers vs Raptors Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors
  • Venue: Scotiabank Arena
  • Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Cavaliers Spread -3.0 (-112), Raptors Spread +3.0 (-110), Cavaliers MoneyLine -151, Raptors MoneyLine +126, Over/Under 219.5 (-110)

Cleveland Cavaliers Team Preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been on a winning streak. They recently won three games in a row against the Raptors and Wizards. They scored over 120 points in each game, showing strong offense.

Donovan Mitchell and James Harden are leading the Cavaliers. Mitchell scored 31 points per game in the playoffs. Harden is close behind with 25 points per game and helps with assists too.

The Cavaliers have a strong shooting record. They lead the playoffs with a 53.7% field goal percentage. They also rank high in three-pointers, making 14.5 per game.

Toronto Raptors Team Preview

The Toronto Raptors are looking to bounce back from recent losses against the Cleveland Cavaliers. In their last two games, they faced a tough challenge, losing by 10 and 13 points. Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett were key contributors, with Barnes averaging 23.5 points and Barrett scoring 23 points in the postseason so far.

In the regular season, the Raptors had some strong performances. They finished 10th in points per game and had a field goal percentage of 51.3, ranking fourth. The team also did well in free throw attempts, making 20 per game, placing them sixth in the league.

Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, and Brandon Ingram have been standout players for the Raptors. Barnes leads in scoring during the postseason, while Barrett and Ingram contribute in points and rebounds. However, the team faces challenges with injuries, as Immanuel Quickley and Ja’Kobe Walter are both questionable for the next game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Cavaliers are favored by 3 points against the Raptors. With their strong shooting stats, including a league-leading field goal percentage of 53.7, they are likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Cavaliers 121, Raptors 109, which supports picking the Cavaliers at -3.0 (-112).

The total for the game is set at 219.5. Both teams have high-scoring postseasons, with the Cavaliers averaging 120.5 points per game and the Raptors allowing the same. This suggests the game will go over the total. The predicted combined score of 230 points points to taking the over at 219.5 (-110).