Pacers vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Tips - 7 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 7, 2026, 12:10AM | Published: Jan 6, 2026, 2:05PM
The Indiana Pacers will sqaure off with the favoured Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA action at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday, beginning at 11:00am AEDT.
With star players Pascal Siakam, Andrew Nembhard and Aaron Nesmith, the Pacers are up against a Cavaliers line-up that includes Darius Garland, Evan Mobley and De'Andre Hunter.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pacers vs Cavaliers game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Wednesday's Indiana vs Cleveland NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Cavaliers a 69% chance of winning against the Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Pacers vs Cavaliers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's NBA game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse are listed below:
- Head to Head: Pacers $3.00, Cavaliers $1.41
- Line: Pacers +6.5 ($1.91), Cavaliers -6.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 237 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 Pacers at $3.00 and the Cavaliers at $1.41.
The Pacers are listed as 6.5-point underdogs against the Cavaliers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Cavaliers (-6.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 237 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 (+6.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 237-point over/under is expected to stay under 53% of the time.
Pacers vs Cavaliers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Indiana at $3.00 with Bet365
- Line: Pacers +6.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 237 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Pacers vs Cavaliers best bets are based on world-class simulations and gambling intelligence to provide you with the best possible advice every time.
While the Cavaliers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pacers to win is our recommended option because of the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability.
Pacers vs Cavaliers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pacers vs Cavaliers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday is the Cavaliers winning 120-114.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Indiana vs Cleveland game on Wednesday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Pacers vs Cavaliers prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates regularly, so refresh this page for the latest betting tips before the Indiana vs Cleveland game.
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Pacers vs Cavaliers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Pacers and Cavaliers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled to tip off at 11:00am AEDT on Wednesday.
- Teams: Indiana Pacers vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Wednesday 7 January 2026
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Indiana vs Cleveland predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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