Cruzeiro vs Cearense Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds | 16 Apr 2026

NBB Betting Preview: Cruzeiro vs Cearense

Cruzeiro host Cearense, with tip-off set for 18:00 on Thursday 16 April.

Our prediction is that Cruzeiro will get the better of Cearense by a significant margin. With this in mind, let’s go for them on the spread at -12.5 which is currently available at odds of -118.

Cruzeiro lost when they last took to the court. They were turned over 101-91 at home to Unifacisa.

Cearense suffered a defeat in their previous game. A 87-56 scoreline occurred on the road against Minas.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cruzeiro had the edge in the most recent encounter between these teams. They recorded a 86-78 win over Cearense.

NBB	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
14  Cruzeiro	13	25	3049	3246	-197	7-12	6-13	1W
17  Cearense	7	31	2895	3379	-484	5-14	2-17	3L

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Cruzeiro vs Cearense Prediction & Betting Tips

The Cruzeiro vs Cearense betting tips feature sharp analysis across major markets, including a key match prediction, correct score guidance and a ready-made bet builder.

Game Prediction

We’re predicting that Cruzeiro will be superior in this NBB showdown and that’s why we’re backing them at -12.5 on the spread. Take the -118 that the big favorites are able to cover this line.

We use the latest injury information to come up with the best possible Brazilian NBB predictions. You will also see that we take a stats-led approach by considering the key numbers.

Key Cruzeiro vs Cearense league stats:

• The +12.5 line hasn’t been covered by Cearense in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The +12.5 line hasn’t been covered by Cearense in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The +12.5 line hasn’t been covered by Cearense in 3 consecutive games on the road.

Cruzeiro -12.5 Probability

According to the top betting sites, our pick has a 54.1% chance of winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability close to 60%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Cruzeiro 89 - 74 Cearense

There’s the chance to land fantastic odds when it comes to Cruzeiro winning on the correct score lines. We’ll try a 89-74 triumph in their favor and this should be in the right ball park.

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Cruzeiro vs Cearense Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

With an estimated 93% chance of winning, the sportsbooks are taking no chances with their -1429 betting odds about Cruzeiro triumphing in this NBB game. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +575 about Cearense.

The spread is currently 13.5, with the total points line at 158. Basketball bettors regularly enjoy the opportunity to wager on the Totals. Those that want to back Under 158 can find odds of -118 available.

The good news is that you can access a nice selection of game lines and team props when it comes to most NBB contests. The top basketball betting sites offer a huge range of pre-game and in-game options.

Moneyline

Cruzeiro

-1429

Cearense

+575

Point Spread

Cruzeiro -13.5

-118

Cearense +13.5

-118

Total Points

Under 158

-118

Over 158

-118

If you’re looking for an alternative to the main game lines, check out the player props instead. It’s great to wager on Total Points, Three-Pointers, Assists, Steals, Blocks and Rebounds as potential options.

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Cruzeiro Stats

Cearense Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games

Moneyline

• 1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games
• 0 wins and 10 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 games
• -12.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
• +12.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 169.30 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 168.20 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 170.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 170.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 82.40 pts and allowed 86.90 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 84.10 pts and allowed 84.10 pts in the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 168.60 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 164.90 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 170.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 170.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 73.80 pts and allowed 94.80 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 72.60 pts and allowed 92.30 pts in the last 10 games on the road

NBB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Team	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
1  Franca	32	6	3451	2922	529	16-3	16-3	10W
2  Pinheiros	30	8	3240	2815	425	18-1	12-7	1W
3  Minas	29	9	3344	3086	258	16-3	13-6	1W
4  Brasília	28	10	3101	2735	366	17-2	11-8	1W
5  Flamengo	28	10	3324	3002	322	16-3	12-7	3W
6  Corinthians	27	11	3237	3016	221	15-4	12-7	2W
7  Paulistano	24	14	3164	2969	195	15-4	9-10	1W
8  São José	22	16	3118	3061	57	13-6	9-10	1L
9  Mogi das Cruzes	21	17	2907	2708	199	12-7	9-10	1L
10  Bauru	21	17	3077	3034	43	14-5	7-12	4L
11  Unifacisa	20	18	3102	3057	45	12-7	8-11	2W
12  União Corinthians	19	19	3046	3112	-66	14-5	5-14	1W
13  Caxias do Sul	17	21	2811	2917	-106	9-10	8-11	2L
14  Cruzeiro	13	25	3049	3246	-197	7-12	6-13	1W
15  Rio Claro	12	26	2987	3242	-255	8-11	4-15	1W
16  Botafogo	10	28	2793	3183	-390	7-12	3-16	3L
17  Cearense	7	31	2895	3379	-484	5-14	2-17	3L
18  Pato	7	31	2732	3070	-338	5-14	2-17	12L
19  Osasco	7	31	2890	3337	-447	5-14	2-17	2W
20  Vasco	6	32	2718	3095	-377	3-16	3-16	1W

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