Cleveland Cavaliers vs Brooklyn Nets 24 October 2026 Prediction

Cleveland opened the season with a 114-106 loss to Philadelphia after leading by 29 points. Brooklyn also lost its opener. The Cavaliers now face the Nets in their first home game of the season.

Cleveland Blew a 29-Point Lead

The Cavaliers lost 114-106 to Philadelphia despite holding a 29-point lead. Cleveland started well but scored only 37 points in the second half. Last season, Kenny Atkinson’s team won 27 of its 41 home games.

Donovan Mitchell had 32 points and 10 rebounds. He recently said he would like to finish his career with the Cavaliers. Despite the opening loss, Cleveland remains a contender for a top-five finish in the East.

Cleveland Cavaliers Predicted Lineup: Harden – Mitchell, Watson – Mobley, Allen

Unavailable: Tomlin (injury)

Manager: Kenny Atkinson

Brooklyn Opened With a Loss

Brooklyn is still rebuilding despite adding Randle. The Nets lost their season opener to Charlotte 110-103. They recorded 22 assists and committed 22 turnovers.

Porter Jr. and Randle are expected to lead the offense. Porter Jr. averaged 24.2 points last season, while Randle scored 33 against the Hornets. Demin had four points in the opener. On that evidence, even a play-in spot looks difficult for Brooklyn.

Brooklyn Nets Predicted Lineup: Brown Jr. – Demin, Porter Jr. – Randle, Sharpe

Unavailable: None listed

Manager: Jordi Fernández

Cleveland Has Won Seven Straight Meetings

Brooklyn last beat Cleveland in March 2024. The Cavaliers have won all seven meetings since then.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Brooklyn Nets Prediction: Cleveland Cavaliers Handicap -8.5

Main prediction: Cleveland has the stronger roster and won 27 of 41 home games last season. Brooklyn lost its opener to a Charlotte team missing Knueppel and White, while the Cavaliers have won seven straight against the Nets. The pick is Cleveland Cavaliers -8.5.

Additional totals pick: Cleveland scored 69 points in the first half against Philadelphia and averaged 119.5 points per game last season, fourth in the league. The pick is Cleveland Cavaliers team total over 121.5.