This game is a neutral site game being played in Paris. It's a lot of travel and distraction for both teams but Mack trusts the Cavaliers in this spot to build on their three wins. Both teams are dealing with player injuries so both are not playing at full strength, however, Cleveland is the better team right now, especially with their offense and are playing a much tighter game on defense.

Brooklyn is 1-9 ATS after failing to cover 4 or 5 of their last 6 against the spread this season. Brooklyn are 1-7 ATS in their last 8 games. Brooklyn are 0-8 ATS in their last 8 games on the road. Cleveland are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference. Cleveland are 6-1 ATS this season as a favorite of 3.5 to 9.5 points. Cleveland are 2-0 ATS this season when playing with 3 or more days rest. Cleveland are 7-4 ATS this season off a home win. Cleveland are 10-5 ATS this season after a game where they failed to cover the spread.

Best bet: lay the points with Cleveland.