The Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat are set to clash in Game 4 of their first-round NBA playoff series on Monday, April 28, 2025, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET.
Series Context
The Cavaliers lead the series 3-0 and are on the brink of sweeping the Heat. Cleveland has dominated the series so far, showcasing their offensive firepower and defensive resilience. Miami, on the other hand, has struggled to find consistency and faces an uphill battle to avoid elimination.
Team Records and Form
- Cleveland Cavaliers: Regular season record of 64-18, earning the top seed in the Eastern Conference. They have won four of their last five games, including three playoff victories against Miami.
- Miami Heat: Regular season record of 37-45, securing the eighth seed through the Play-In Tournament. They have lost their last three games in the playoffs, including a crushing 124-87 defeat in Game 3.
Key Players to Watch
- Cleveland Cavaliers:
- Donovan Mitchell: Averaging 24 points, 5 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. His scoring and playmaking have been pivotal for Cleveland.
- Evan Mobley: Contributing 18.5 points and 9.3 rebounds per game, Mobley has been a force in the paint.
- Darius Garland: Averages 20.6 points and 6.7 assists, providing a steady hand in the backcourt.
- Miami Heat:
- Tyler Herro: Leading the Heat with 23.9 points and 5.5 assists per game. Herro’s offensive output will be crucial for Miami.
- Bam Adebayo: Averaging 18.1 points and 9.6 rebounds, Adebayo’s presence in the paint is vital for the Heat.
- Andrew Wiggins: Adding 18 points per game, Wiggins will need to step up to support Miami’s offense.
Matchup Insights
- Cleveland boasts the league’s highest scoring average at 121.9 points per game, while Miami ranks 24th with 110.6 points per game.
- Defensively, Cleveland allows 112.4 points per game, while Miami is slightly better at 110 points per game.
- The Cavaliers have outscored the Heat by a combined margin of 30 points in the fourth quarter across the series.
Venue and Stakes
The Kaseya Center will host this high-stakes matchup, with Miami hoping to leverage home-court advantage to turn the tide. However, Cleveland’s commanding lead and superior form make them heavy favorites to close out the series.
Game Odds
Cleveland Cavaliers – 8.5
Miami Heat 209.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, April 27, 2025
