NBA Betting Preview: Pacers vs Cavaliers
The Indiana Pacers meet the Cleveland Cavaliers in this NBA contest. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Best Bet Could Be Backing Over 237.5
We’re heading to the totals after finding that the line is set at a generous 237.5 points. Expect the Pacers and the Cavaliers to surpass this number at -114.
120-116 Victory for Cavs in Previous H2H Clash
Indiana Pacers lost on the road in their previous game. Charlotte Hornets won 129-108 at Spectrum Center. Pascal Siakam tallied 30 points, while Quenton Jackson put up 16 and Kobe Brown 12.
Cleveland Cavaliers won last time out by a 118-111 scoreline. It was on the road against Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Donovan Mitchell scored 25 points, while Max Strus finished with 24 and James Harden 19.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Cavs triumphed 120-116 when they last played the Pacers. This head-to-head was played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Cavs have landed three consecutive wins over the Pacers. However, the head-to-head record illustrates that they’ve lost 6 of the past 10.
 Cavaliers |
48 | 29 | 0.623 | 119.3 | 115.2 | 4.1 | 24-14 | 24-15 | 10-5 | 30-18 | 7-3 | 1W |
| Pacers |
18 | 59 | 0.234 | 112.6 | 120.8 | -8.2 | 11-27 | 7-32 | 4-10 | 14-34 | 3-7 | 1L |
Indiana Pacers – Last 10 Games
3 wins and 7 losses in the past 10 games. The Pacers are averaging 123.0 points, 38.3 rebounds, 35.0 assists, 6.6 steals and 4.3 blocks while shooting 52.7% from the field and 81.4% from the free-throw line. The opposition average 128.1 points and 44.7 rebounds per matchup.
Pascal Siakam is averaging 16.7 points and 4.4 rebounds, Andrew Nembhard 6.0 assists and Aaron Nesmith 2.4 (53.3%) 3-pointers.
Cleveland Cavaliers – Last 10 Games
The Cavs have won 7 and lost 3 of their last 10 contests. Averaging 121.0 points, 44.2 rebounds, 28.6 assists, 6.6 steals and 3.4 blocks per game while shooting 50.2% from the field and 77.3% from the free-throw line. Their opponents have averaged 119.2 points and 41.7 rebounds.
Donovan Mitchell is averaging 21.7 points, Evan Mobley 10.3 rebounds and James Harden 8.2 assists along with 2.9 (42.6%) 3-pointers made.
Indiana Pacers vs Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction & Picks
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Game Prediction
The best betting angle could be wagering on the totals for this NBA game. Our pick is for Over 237.5 points to be scored at odds of -114 which makes lots of appeal.
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Over 237.5 Probability
The odds at the top NBA sportsbooks suggest our pick has a 53.2% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our analysts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.
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Our Game Prediction
Published 22:02, 04 April 2026
Player Prop Picks
Kobe Brown (Pacers) has totaled Over 2.5 assists in 4 straight games. We can therefore place a Player Assists bet at -133 with confidence, with our pick expected to cover the line.
Latest Kobe Brown Player Prop Odds
Quenton Jackson (Pacers) has scored an average of 8 points in the past 9 games. Should you expect this trend to continue, you can secure odds of -103 that he doesn’t reach this total.
Latest Quenton Jackson Player Prop Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
There are a range of correct score lines to choose from and we’re taking a chance on the Cavaliers to record a 128-114 victory. There’s a massive return if we get this right.
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Indiana Pacers vs Cleveland Cavaliers 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.
Cavs Win on the Cards According to the Books
You might not get rich backing Cleveland Cavaliers at -1667. However, the sportsbooks’ betting odds imply a 94% chance of winning this NBA game. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Indiana Pacers are trading at +980.
The spread currently stands at 16.5 and the total points line is 239.5. A Total wager is always available and can often provide value selections. If you fancy Over 239.5, this outcome can be backed at -110.
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Betting Lines & Odds
Donovan Mitchell Favorite to Get Most Points
Donovan Mitchell is the market leader to land the most baskets. He is priced at -111 to score Over 27.5 points. Alternatively, you can back Under at -116.
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Rocket Arena
Cavs Sitting on Seven Wins in Previous Ten at Home
The Cavs have seven wins and three losses in the last 10 home games, putting up 119.30 points per contest and giving up 111.90.
The Pacers have gone 2-8 across their last 10 road games, putting up 117.70 points on average and giving up 128.80.
The last Rocket Arena meeting saw the Cavs beat the Pacers 120-109. Across 10 head-to-head meetings at Rocket Arena, the Pacers have come away with seven wins, while the Cavs have three.
| Cleveland Cavaliers Home Stats |
7-3 | 231.20 | 119.30 | 111.90 | 4 | 6 | |
| Indiana Pacers Away Stats |
2-8 | 246.50 | 117.70 | 128.80 | 7 | 3 | |
- W-L = Wins-Losses
- P = Avg. Points
- PF = Avg. Points For
- PA = Avg. Points Against
- O237.5 = Games Over 237.5 Points
- U237.5 = Games Under 237.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Indiana Pacers Stats
Cleveland Cavaliers Stats
- 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
- 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games
- +17.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
- +17.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games on the road
- -17.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 games
- -17.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 251.10 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 246.50 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 237.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
- Over 237.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 123.00 pts and allowed 128.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 117.70 pts and allowed 128.80 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 240.20 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 231.20 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 237.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
- Over 237.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 121.00 pts and allowed 119.20 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 119.30 pts and allowed 111.90 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
- 2-Pointers Made: 29.90 (59%)
- 3-Pointers Made: 16.70 (45%)
- Free Throws Made: 13.10 (81.37%)
- Rebounds: Total 38.3, Offensive 7.60, Defensive 30.70
- Assists: 35.00
- Blocks: 4.30
- Steals: 6.60
- Turnovers : 13.50
- Personal Fouls: 19.50
Last 10 Games on the Road
- 2-Pointers Made: 28.70 (56%)
- 3-Pointers Made: 15.00 (38%)
- Free Throws Made: 15.30 (78.87%)
- Rebounds: Total 38.7, Offensive 8.50, Defensive 30.20
- Assists: 32.80
- Blocks: 4.00
- Steals: 6.90
- Turnovers : 11.90
- Personal Fouls: 19.00
Last 10 Games
- 2-Pointers Made: 30.50 (61%)
- 3-Pointers Made: 13.20 (35%)
- Free Throws Made: 20.40 (77.27%)
- Rebounds: Total 44.2, Offensive 10.30, Defensive 33.90
- Assists: 28.60
- Blocks: 3.40
- Steals: 6.60
- Turnovers : 12.00
- Personal Fouls: 19.40
Last 10 Home Games
- 2-Pointers Made: 27.20 (58%)
- 3-Pointers Made: 14.60 (37%)
- Free Throws Made: 21.10 (79.92%)
- Rebounds: Total 42.9, Offensive 9.80, Defensive 33.10
- Assists: 27.80
- Blocks: 5.00
- Steals: 6.70
- Turnovers : 11.80
- Personal Fouls: 19.10
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Jordan Williams
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Jordan Williams is an NBA Analyst with over 12 years of experience as a basketball odds compiler and betting analyst. Based in Los Angeles, he specialises in NBA market pricing, utilising efficiency-based metrics and first-hand game insight to identify long-term betting value.
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