The Cleveland Cavaliers aim to extend their current winning streak to 16 games as they face the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday evening. Also in action, the Boston Celtics, favored by 8 points, will compete against the Miami Heat, a match that carries high stakes as both teams have met frequently in the playoffs over the past few seasons.

NBA Predictions

Cavaliers vs. Grizzlies:

• Prediction: Cavaliers 119, Grizzlies 118
• Cleveland’s winning streak puts them in a dominant position as the team is without Donovan Mitchell (groin) for this matchup.

Celtics vs. Heat:

• Prediction: Celtics 117, Heat 105
• The Celtics have been resilient following a loss.

Timberwolves vs. Magic:

• Prediction: Timberwolves 113, Magic 98
• Minnesota has found momentum with six straight wins, while the Magic struggle with injuries.

Nuggets vs. Lakers:

• Prediction: Nuggets 123, Lakers 108
• LeBron James remains out, impacting the Lakers against a strong Nuggets squad.

Kings vs. Suns:

• Prediction: Kings 118, Suns 117
• Both teams are in the midst of a tough stretch, with the Kings looking to maintain their Play-In Tournament position.