Cleveland at Boston

Cleveland has a terrific backcourt in Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland, leading an offense that was 12th in the league in shooting and eighth in assists. Both guards average over six assists per game. The Cavaliers are 30-21 OVER the total versus winning teams and 54-34 OVER as a road dog of 12.5 to 18 points. The Celtics are on a 9-5 run OVER the total. Boston played a defensive-oriented team in the first round but is still fifth in the postseason in points scored and fourth in shooting (47.7%). During the regular season, the Celtics were second in scoring (120.6 ppg), ninth in shooting, and second from 3-point land (38.8%). Boston is 24-13 OVER the total as a double-digit favorite and 54-41 OVER as home chalk. And three of the last five meetings between these teams have sailed OVER the total. Play Cleveland/Boston OVER the total.