Cavaliers vs Pacers Prediction and NBA Tips - 5 May 2025
Last updated: May 4, 2025, 10:05PM | Published: May 4, 2025, 12:00PM
The Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Indiana Pacers in the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena on Monday, beginning at 8:00am AEST.
Led by the likes of Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Ty Jerome, the Cavaliers are looking to overcome a Pacers side that includes Pascal Siakam, Tyrese Haliburton and Myles Turner.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Cavaliers vs Pacers game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Monday's Cleveland vs Indiana NBA Playoffs match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Cavaliers a 74% chance of beating the Pacers at Rocket Arena.
Cavaliers vs Pacers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Monday's NBA game at Rocket Arena are shown below:
- Head to Head: Cavaliers $1.26, Pacers $4.00
- Line: Cavaliers -8.5 ($1.95), Pacers +8.5 ($1.87)
- Total (Over/Under 229 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Cavaliers at $1.26 and the Pacers at $4.00.
The Cavaliers are listed as 8.5-point favourites against the Pacers, with odds of $1.95 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Pacers (+8.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.87.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 229 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pacers (+8.5) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 229-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Cavaliers vs Pacers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Indiana at $4.00 with Bet365
- Line: Pacers +8.5 at $1.87 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 229 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Cavaliers vs Pacers best bets are based on complex simulations and wagering expertise to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Cavaliers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pacers to win is our recommended option because of the 1.3% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen on Stats Insider is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.
Cavaliers vs Pacers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Cavaliers vs Pacers at Rocket Arena on Monday is the Cavaliers winning 118-110.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Cleveland vs Indiana game on Monday, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Cavaliers vs Pacers prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting tips before the Cleveland vs Indiana match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for betting tips on every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Cavaliers vs Pacers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Cavaliers and Pacers in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to tip off at 8:00am AEST on Monday.
- Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers vs Indiana Pacers
- Date: Monday 5 May 2025
- Time: 8:00am AEST
- Venue: Rocket Arena
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Cleveland vs Indiana predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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