This match will feature an outsider and one of the leaders (ranked 14 and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Utah won 1.
Utah has suffered several defeats recently (last 5 games: 0 wins).
Cleveland is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
Utah may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
In this match, Cleveland is the obvious favorite.
There will not play in Utah: Collier I.
(Muscle Injury)
George K.
(Hamstring Injury)
Jackson J.
(Knee Injury)
Kessler W.
(Shoulder Injury)
Markkanen L.
(Ankle Injury)
Nurkic J.
(Broken nose)
There will not play in Cleveland: Porter C.
(Groin Injury)
Tyson J.
(Toe Injury)
Wade D.
(Ankle Injury)
There are questionable in Cleveland: Allen J.
(Knee Injury)
Strus M.
(Foot Injury)
In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Utah won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 2127:2078. (average 106.4:103.9).
Including home matches between the teams, Utah won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 1024:997. (average 102.4:99.7).