The Cleveland Cavaliers have been gaining momentum, showcasing a 4-2 record in their last six games and currently riding a three-game winning streak. In their match against the Phoenix Suns on December 31st, 2025, the Cavaliers quickly established a lead. The Denver Nuggets are currently grappling with injuries, navigating a difficult period with a 6-4 record in their last ten games. They had previously experienced a two-game losing streak, which they finally snapped with a hard-fought victory against the Toronto Raptors on January 1st, 2026. The Nuggets were missing several key players in that game, but Peyton Watson stepped up, scoring a team-high 24 points to secure a comfortable 129-113 win. The Cavaliers are built around the backcourt duo of Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland. Mitchell is undoubtedly the offensive focal point, averaging 29.7 points, 4.6 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 1.5 steals per game this season. His recent outstanding performances have been instrumental in the team's winning streak. The Nuggets' core of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray was formidable, but Jokic's injury (left knee hyper-extension, sidelined until late January) has significantly impacted the team's offensive and defensive structure. Murray has become the sole key player, achieving career-high averages of 25.2 points and 7.0 assists per game this season, now shouldering both scoring and playmaking responsibilities due to his teammates' absences. Match Prediction: Cleveland Cavaliers -13.5