Toronto Raptors vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/20
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors meet for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference First Round at Rocket Arena. The Cavaliers hold a 1-0 lead in the series after winning the first game 126-113. Fans can catch the game on NBC at 7:00 PM on April 20, 2026.
Darko Rajakovic leads the Raptors as they aim to even the series. The Raptors had a 46-36 record in the regular season and are ranked fifth in the Eastern Conference. Kenny Atkinson’s Cavaliers finished with a 52-30 record and are fourth in the Eastern Conference. They hope to extend their lead in this best-of-7 series.
Raptors vs Cavaliers Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Toronto Raptors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
- Venue: Rocket Arena
- Date: Monday, April 20, 2026
- Betting Odds: Cavaliers -8.5 (-108), Raptors +8.5 (-112)
Toronto Raptors Team Preview
The Toronto Raptors recently played against the Cleveland Cavaliers. They lost by a score of 126-113. RJ Barrett stood out with 24 points, while Scottie Barnes added 21 points and 7 assists. Brandon Ingram contributed 17 points in the game.
Earlier in the week, the Raptors secured a win over the Brooklyn Nets. They scored 136 points, leading to a 35-point victory. Scottie Barnes achieved a triple-double, scoring 18 points, grabbing 12 rebounds, and providing 12 assists. RJ Barrett was the top scorer with 26 points.
The Raptors face some challenges in their upcoming game. Immanuel Quickley is questionable due to a hamstring strain. Toronto’s defense allowed 126 points in their last playoff game, which ranks them 18th in points allowed. They will need to tighten up defensively to improve their chances.
Cleveland Cavaliers Team Preview
The Cleveland Cavaliers are coming off a strong postseason start with a win against the Toronto Raptors. They scored 126 points, shooting 54.3% from the field. Donovan Mitchell led with 32 points and played a key role in their victory.
The Cavaliers have been performing well offensively, ranking first in points per game in the postseason. Their three-point shooting is also impressive, with a 50% success rate. However, their defense has some room for improvement, especially in field goal percentage allowed.
Key players like James Harden and Evan Mobley contribute significantly to the team. Harden averages 23.6 points per game, while Mobley provides strong rebounding with 9.0 per game. The team will need to maintain their offensive efficiency in upcoming games.
BTB Betting Pick
The Raptors are +8.5 underdogs against the Cavaliers. The Cavaliers score 126.0 points per game, while the Raptors allow 126.0 points per game. The projected score could be close, making the Raptors +8.5 a reasonable pick. The Raptors’ effective field goal percentage is high, which may help them cover the spread.
The over/under line is set at 223.5 points. The Raptors score 113.0 points per game and allow 126.0 points per game. The Cavaliers score 126.0 points per game and allow 113.0 points per game. These numbers suggest the total could reach 239 points, indicating the over 223.5 is a likely choice.