NBA 2025-2026: Cleveland Cavaliers vs Golden State Warriors Prediction

In their recent outings, the Cleveland Cavaliers have shown a mixed bag of results. They secured commanding victories against the San Antonio Spurs, scoring 130 points, and the Indiana Pacers, with 135 points, highlighting their offensive capabilities. However, they faltered against the Portland Trail Blazers, where they managed only 110 points in a loss. Donovan Mitchell has been a standout with an average of 30.59 points per game, supported by Evan Mobley's solid contributions. On the flip side, the Golden State Warriors have struggled, losing two of their last three games. Despite a narrow loss to the Philadelphia 76ers and a more decisive defeat against the Oklahoma City Thunder, they managed a win against the New Orleans Pelicans. Jimmy Butler has been pivotal, averaging 19.5 points, but the overall offensive output has been inconsistent, with Draymond Green's offensive rating at 95.2 being a potential weak point. The Cavaliers' starting five boasts higher average offensive ratings, with notable contributions from Donovan Mitchell (124.1) and Jaylon Tyson (131.5), suggesting a potent attack. Defensively, while not standout, their ratings suggest they can keep the Warriors in check better than their counterparts.