The Cleveland Cavaliers face the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center in their final regular-season matchup. The Cavaliers (1-9 in last 10) aim for a season sweep despite being eliminated from playoff contention, while the Nets look to secure the second seed.

Cavaliers Outlook

• Team has struggled offensively (105.7 rating)
• Darius Garland: 17.4 PPG, 6.2 APG, 45% FG
• Collin Sexton leads team with 24.5 PPG, 4.4 APG
• Sexton scored 25 points with 9 assists in previous win vs Nets

Nets Outlook

• Focus on building chemistry with star trio before playoffs
• James Harden averaging 25.1 PPG, 11 APG on 47% shooting
• Irving, Harden, and Durant expected to play limited minutes (~25)
• Coming off 105-91 win against Chicago Bulls

Key Factors

• Cleveland's interior depth has been effective against Brooklyn
• Nets' superstar trio rarely played together due to injuries
• Brooklyn seeking to lock in 2nd seed
• Previous matchup: Cavs won 125-113

Prediction Brooklyn enters as clear favorites due to superior talent and depth, though stars will be on minutes restriction. Expect a grinding victory for the Nets as they tune up for playoffs.

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