Spread +8.5 • Toronto Raptors

Wager: Toronto -8.5, 3 units at BetMGM. Rationale: Toronto’s roster construction and bench depth should allow them to sustain high-efficiency offensive possessions while matching defensive intensity across lineups; Cleveland’s path to a close game typically requires limiting turnovers and getting consistent inside scoring. The 8.5-point spread conveys an expectation that Toronto will control tempo and open up a clear margin by exploiting mismatches and depth, making this a structured play rather than a gut shot — wager responsibly.