The Cavaliers are set to face the Indiana Pacers on Friday, Apr 12. The game is scheduled for 7:30 ET while airing on BSOH. Cleveland enters this game as 2.5-point favorites with the total set at 234. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Cavaliers vs Pacers predictions below.
Cavaliers vs. Pacers Odds
- Spread: Cavaliers -2.5
- Total 234
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Game Info
- Date: Friday, Apr 12
- Time: 7:30 ET
- Location: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland OH
- TV: BSOH
Pacers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Pacers have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- In their last three games away from home, the Pacers have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs. the spread. The team averaged 116 points per game in this stretch.
- Through their last five games as the underdog, the Pacers have an ATS record of 4-1 and a straight up mark of 4-1.
Cavaliers Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Cavaliers have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Through their last five home contests, the Cavaliers offense has averaged 109 points per game while allowing an average of 120. Cleveland posted an overall record of 1-4 while going 2-3 ATS.
- In their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Cavaliers have a straight up record of 5-5 and an ATS mark of 3-7.
Will Indiana Make it Happen on the Road?
Indiana has won three straight games and is currently 46-34 on the season, which is good for 6th place in the Eastern Conference. In the Central Division, they are 3rd.
On the road, the Pacers have a record of 21-19 this season. Against the spread, they are 22-17 on the road and 23-13 as the underdog.
In their last game, the Pacers defeated the Raptors by a score of 140-123. They were favored by 14 points in that game, and the O/U line was 240.5.
This season, Indiana has an O/U record of 41-39, and the over has hit in each of their last three games. On average, their games have finished with 243.1 points.
Looking at the season, the Pacers have been the underdog in 38 of their 80 games. As the underdog, they are 21-17 straight-up and 23-13 ATS. Today, they are getting 2.5 points against the Cavaliers.
The Pacers’ offense has been one of the most efficient in the league this season, ranking first in both field goal percentage and points per game. They are also the top team in two-point field goal percentage at 58%. In terms of pace, Indiana is fourth in the NBA at 101.2 possessions per game.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Pacers are 11th in both three-point percentage and makes per game. Overall, they have outscored the NBA scoring average in 71.2% of their games.
Indiana is also an excellent passing team, leading the NBA in assists at 30.6 per game. In terms of free throws, they are 21st in makes and 22nd in attempts. On the offensive glass, the Pacers are 20th in the league.
The Pacers’ defense is presently ranked 28th in the league, allowing an average of 120.2 points per contest. So far this season, the Pacers’ defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 1st in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 26.0 times per game vs. Indiana.
Can The Cavaliers Secure a Home Victory?
In their last three games, the Cavaliers have won and covered the spread as the favorite. Today, they are favored by 2.5 points against the Pacers.
Cleveland’s O/U record for the season is 39-40-1, and their games have averaged 222.4 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 234.
For the season, the Cavaliers have gone 37-41 against the spread, including an 18-21 ATS record at home. They have failed to cover the spread in two straight home games.
In their most recent game, the Cavaliers defeated the Grizzlies by a score of 110-98. The O/U line for that game was 213.5, and Cleveland was favored by 19 points.
Overall, the Cavaliers are 47-33 this season, which is good for 4th place in the Eastern Conference. Against the East, they are 30-20 and 10-5 against Central Division opponents.
On average, the Cavaliers have outscored their opponents by 4.2 points per game at home. Their ATS record at home is 18-21, compared to 19-20 on the road.
At home, the Cavaliers are averaging 114.2 points per game, which is 17th in the NBA. Overall, they are 21st in scoring at 112.5 points per game. In terms of pace, Cleveland is 22nd in the league at 96.9 possessions per game.
So far this season, the Cavaliers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 42.5% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 12th in the league at 47%. When it comes to two-point shooting, Cleveland is 8th in the NBA at 56%.
From beyond the arc, the Cavaliers are 7th in the NBA in three-pointers made per game at 13.5. However, their three-point shooting percentage is 17th in the league at 36%. In terms of free throws, Cleveland is 24th in the NBA in made free throws at 15.7 per game.
On defense, the Cavaliers come into the game ranked 7th in the league in points allowed at 110.0 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 111.3 points per contest (10th). For the season, Cleveland is ranked 26th in fewest fouls per game. Team’s are averaging 21.1 free-throws per game vs. the Cavaliers and have an overall field goal percentage of 46.4%.
Cavaliers vs. Pacers Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Tyrese Haliburton and his points prop of 18.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -129 while the under is at -106. Our model predicts that Tyrese Haliburton will finish the game going 8/16 from the field and scoring 21 points. Our suggested wager is to bet on the over for his prop bet, which comes with a payout of -129.
- The Prop: Tyrese Haliburton Over 18.5 Points (-129)
Cavaliers vs. Pacers Predictions
As the underdogs with a spread of +2.5, we recommend going with the Pacers on the point spread. We not only see them covering the spread but also have a strong likelihood of winning this one outright, especially if you’re seeking a higher payout on the moneyline.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 234 and our model has the Pacers and Cavaliers finishing with a combined 224 points. Our pick is to take the under.
The Pick: Pacers +2.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook