The Cleveland Cavaliers are facing a challenging start to their season as they strive for consistency. Injuries, particularly in the backcourt, have played a significant role in the team's rollercoaster ride. Darius Garland has already missed five games, and now Donovan Mitchell is dealing with a hamstring issue, causing him to sit out the last two games. Unfortunately, Mitchell will miss his third consecutive game on Tuesday, as the Cavs have already ruled him out for their match against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Meanwhile, the 76ers have had a strong start to the season with a record of 9-3. They won eight consecutive games before facing back-to-back losses against the Pacers and Celtics last week. However, they were able to rebound over the weekend with victories over the Hawks and Nets, placing them at 10-3 and in second place in the Eastern Conference.

The Cavaliers, on the other hand, have a 4-3 road record this season and have seen the “over” hit five times in their seven away games. However, due to the injuries to key players, especially Mitchell, it has become challenging to accurately predict the outcome of their games. Every match seems to have at least one crucial piece missing from the puzzle. Tuesday's game will be no different, as forward Isaac Okoro has been ruled out, and Caris LeVert is questionable with soreness in his left knee. Dean Wade, known for his ability to defend multiple positions, will likely continue to start for the Cavs.

With all the injuries affecting Cleveland, they have shown an ability to consistently hit overs when playing on the road. Philadelphia has also been cashing the over more often than not this season. The total for this game initially opened at 222.5 but has since dropped to 219. Based on the current circumstances, the pick for this game is over 219 total points, according to FanDuel, with odds at -110.

Meanwhile, the New York Knicks have been on fire lately, winning six of their last seven games after a slow start. They will be traveling to the Twin Cities on Monday to face the surprising Minnesota Timberwolves, who currently hold the best record in the Western Conference at 9-3. The Timberwolves have already achieved impressive victories over the Nuggets, Celtics, and two against the Warriors.

Minnesota's most recent triumph came in a thrilling 121-120 victory against the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday, concluding a successful 4-1 road trip. However, despite their strong performances, the Timberwolves have only covered the spread once, including three against the spread losses as favorites.

The Knicks, on the other hand, are wrapping up a five-game road trip with hopes of securing their fourth consecutive win. They have already defeated the Atlanta Hawks, Washington Wizards, and Charlotte Hornets, scoring over 116 points in each victory.

In their recent game against the Dallas Mavericks, the Knicks relied heavily on Jalen Brunson, who contributed 32 points and eight assists, as well as Donte DiVincenzo, who scored 25 points and went 7-for-10 from three-point range. DiVincenzo stepped in for starting wing Quentin Grimes, and with his immediate connection with Brunson, a teammate from Villanova, it remains uncertain if Grimes will regain his starting position upon his return.

In the past two visits to Minnesota, the Knicks emerged victorious, with both games finishing under the total. However, the Timberwolves have won seven of the last ten matchups in this series. Notably, Minnesota boasts a flawless 5-0 home record this season and has covered the spread in all five games at Target Center. Despite the Knicks' recent success, it is challenging to disregard Minnesota's strong home performances this season. Therefore, the pick for this game is the Timberwolves -2.5, with odds at -112 according to FanDuel.