Cleveland Cavaliers vs Denver Nuggets Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 02/09/26

The Cleveland Cavaliers enter this matchup at 32-21, bringing one of the league’s most efficient offenses into Denver. Cleveland is averaging 119.7 points per game while shooting 47.5% from the field and generating 28.7 assists per game — a reflection of a balanced, ball movement-heavy attack. Donovan Mitchell has been the driving force, averaging 28.9 ppg, while Jarrett Allen adds 14.3 ppg and 8.1 rpg inside. The Cavaliers have won 3 straight games and 5 of their last 7, and earlier this season they defeated Denver 113-108 — powered by 33 points from Mitchell. The addition of James Harden even further adds fuel to the fire. In his Cavs debut, Harden had 23 points on very efficient 7-of-13 shooting from the field.

Denver comes in at 34-19, boasting one of the NBA’s most potent scoring units at 120.4 points per game while shooting an elite 49.5% from the floor. Jamal Murray leads the Nuggets at 23.4 ppg and Denver’s offense hums with 28.0 assists per game, consistently creating high-quality looks. While the Nuggets allow 116.3 ppg, their defensive inconsistency often leads to extended scoring runs on both ends. Denver is also navigating injuries, with Peyton Watson and Aaron Gordon out, but Nikola Jokic and Christian Braun are expected to play — ensuring elite playmaking and scoring remain intact. With both teams ranking in the top half of the league offensively and injury situations favoring offense over defense, this matchup sets up for a fast pace and frequent scoring bursts.

Cavaliers vs Nuggets prediction: Over 238.5 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable to 240.5.

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