The public often underestimates the Cleveland Cavaliers in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as zero days rest, the Cleveland Cavaliers hold a record of 39-28-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +11.1% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $7 over this period.

✅ Profitable
Record39-28-0
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size67 games
ROI+11.1%
Units Won+7.5u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
20143-2-00.0%+14.6%
20153-3-00.0%-4.5%
20163-4-00.0%-18.2%
20175-4-00.0%+6.1%
20182-1-00.0%+27.3%
20193-6-00.0%-36.4%
20205-0-00.0%+90.9%
20213-0-00.0%+90.9%
20224-1-00.0%+52.7%
20236-5-00.0%+4.1%
20242-2-00.0%-4.5%

Why This Trend Exists

The Cavaliers' strong performance on zero days rest reflects their organizational emphasis on player conditioning and depth management that has persisted across different roster iterations. Cleveland's front office has consistently prioritized acquiring versatile players who can handle heavy minutes and maintain efficiency without extended recovery periods. This approach stems from their understanding that back-to-back scenarios often separate well-conditioned teams from those relying heavily on star power alone. The franchise's success in these situations also correlates with their coaching staff's ability to make tactical adjustments on the fly. Zero rest games typically feature simplified offensive schemes and increased defensive intensity, playing directly into Cleveland's identity as a team that executes fundamental basketball well. Their players have historically thrived when games become more physical and methodical, as fatigue tends to eliminate the pace advantages that often trouble their defense. The psychological component cannot be overlooked either. Cleveland's culture has long embraced the "grind" mentality, viewing challenging scheduling as an opportunity rather than an obstacle. This mindset creates positive expectation in spots where other teams might mentally concede. This trend carries the most weight when Cleveland faces teams with similar rest disadvantages, particularly during condensed regular season stretches when both sides are operating on fumes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Cleveland Cavaliers's ATS record as zero days rest?

The Cleveland Cavaliers have a 39-28-0 ATS record when playing on zero days rest from 2014-2024. This translates to a 58.2% ATS win rate over 67 games.

Is betting on the Cleveland Cavaliers as zero days rest profitable?

Yes, betting on the Cleveland Cavaliers with zero days rest has been profitable with an 11.1% ROI from 2014-2024. Despite covering the spread at a strong 58.2% rate, their actual win rate in these games is 0.0%.

How does this compare to the league average?

The Cavaliers' 58.2% ATS rate on zero days rest significantly exceeds the typical league average of around 50%. Their 11.1% ROI indicates strong value for bettors in this specific situation.

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Methodology

All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.