The Indiana Pacers and Cleveland Cavaliers will meet at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Sunday, May 11, 2025. The game will start at 8:00 PM and will be broadcast on TNT. This is the fourth game in the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs.
The Pacers lead the series 2-1. In their last game, they lost to the Cavaliers by 22 points. Before that, they won two games against the Cavaliers, one by 9 points and another by 1 point.
The Cavaliers have a record of 5-2 in the playoffs. They won their last game against the Pacers by 22 points. In the two games before that, they lost to the Pacers by 9 points and 1 point.
Pacers Preview
The Indiana Pacers are playing Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals in the NBA Playoffs. They have a postseason record of 6-2. At home, they have won 3 out of 4 games. Their head coach is Rick Carlisle.
In their recent game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Pacers lost by 22 points. They scored 104 points with a field goal percentage of 43.8%. T.J. McConnell, Pascal Siakam, and Myles Turner were key players in this game.
The Pacers have strong offensive stats this season. They rank first in field goal percentage and effective field goal percentage. They also lead in assists per game with 29.2. Their defense allows 113.5 points per game, ranking 15th.
Key players for the Pacers include Tyrese Haliburton, Myles Turner, and Pascal Siakam. Siakam leads the team in postseason points per game with 18.2. Haliburton is second in the league for assists per game with 10.0. Turner contributes with a field goal percentage of 51.1%.
Cavaliers Preview
The home team has been performing well in the postseason. They have a record of 5-2 in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Their home record stands at 2-2, while they have been strong on the road with a 3-0 record. In their last 10 games, they have won five times.
During the regular season, the team had a record of 64-18. They were strong at home with a 34-7 record and also performed well away with a 30-11 record. They ranked first in the Eastern Conference and first in the Central Division. Their last 10 games in the regular season saw them winning six times.
Offensively, the team leads the league in points per game with 123.0. They also rank first in three-pointers made and attempted per game. Their field goal percentage is 48.1, placing them fourth in the league. They are also strong in free throw percentage, ranking fifth.
Defensively, the team allows 103.9 points per game, which ranks third. They are first in blocked shots per game and first in rebounds allowed per game. Their opponents have a field goal percentage of 46.7 against them. The team also ranks third in free throws allowed per game.
Statistical Breakdown for Pacers vs Cavaliers
The game between the Indiana Pacers and the Cleveland Cavaliers will be shaped by their offensive and defensive strengths. The Pacers excel in field goal and effective field goal percentages, while the Cavaliers lead in points per game and three-pointers. Defensively, the Cavaliers allow fewer points and are strong in blocked shots and rebounds. The Pacers, however, have a higher field goal percentage allowed. Key players like Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam for the Pacers, and the Cavaliers’ top scorers, will be crucial in this game.
- Pacers Field Goal Percentage: 49.8% (1st)
- Pacers Effective Field Goal Percentage: 57.8% (1st)
- Pacers Assists Per Game: 29.2 (1st)
- Pacers Points Per Game Allowed: 113.5 (15th)
- Cavaliers Points Per Game: 123.0 (1st)
- Cavaliers Three Pointers Made Per Game: 15.9 (1st)
- Cavaliers Points Per Game Allowed: 103.9 (3rd)
- Cavaliers Blocked Shots Per Game: 3.6 (1st)
- Cavaliers Rebounds Per Game Allowed: 39.0 (1st)
Betting Insights
As the Cleveland Cavaliers prepare to play the Indiana Pacers, bettors have several trends to consider. Both teams have shown distinct patterns against the spread (ATS) and in over/under results. The Cavaliers have been strong on the road, while the Pacers have mixed results. Here are the top five betting insights for this game:
- The Cavaliers are 3-0 ATS on the road in the 2025 postseason.
- The Pacers have a 5-3 ATS record in the 2025 postseason.
- The Cavaliers have hit the over in 5 of their 7 postseason games.
- The Pacers have gone over in 5 of their 8 postseason games.
- The Cavaliers’ average combined score in the postseason is 226.86, above their average over/under line of 220.14.
Free Betting Prediction for Pacers vs Cavaliers
The Indiana Pacers face a tough challenge against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The Pacers have shown strong offensive stats, leading in field goal percentage and assists per game. However, their defense ranks 15th in points allowed, which could be a concern against the Cavaliers’ top-ranked offense.
The Cavaliers have been strong on the road, with a 3-0 record in the postseason. They lead the league in points per game and three-pointers made. Their defense is also solid, allowing only 103.9 points per game. This combination of offense and defense makes them a formidable opponent for the Pacers.
Given the Cavaliers’ strengths and the Pacers’ recent loss, the Cavaliers are favored to win. The spread of -5.5 reflects their advantage. The Pacers will need strong performances from key players like Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam to stay competitive.
- Our Free Prediction: Cavaliers -5.5
