Pacers vs Cavaliers Predictions

**SBR Andy** · 05-05-25, 07:44 AM

The Pacers steal Game 1 in Cleveland 121-112 .

Updated series odds via DraftKings: Cavaliers -210 / Pacers +170

**SBR Andy** · 2025-05-06T17:21:27+00:00

Pacers vs Cavaliers Game 2 player prop picks from SBR's Rob Paul:

Donovan Mitchell Over 28.5 points (-109 BetRivers)

"Despite the Game 1 loss to Indiana, the Cavaliers still boast the third-shortest NBA championship odds thanks to an offense that finished No. 1 in points per game (121.9) and rating (121.7) during the regular season behind the play of Mitchell.

The six-time All-Star shooter managed to finish with 33 points amid defeat despite going 1-for-11 from deep.

That's all because NBA Coach of the Year Kenny Atkinson's offense relies so heavily on Mitchell, who was given a jaw-dropping 42.5% usage rate in Game 1 while taking 30 shots from the floor and nine from the free-throw line.

Mitchell's usage was through the roof (30.9%) even during the first-round sweep of the Miami Heat, so look for his volume to be the key for him hitting this Over."

Tyrese Haliburton Over 10.5 assists (+110 bet365)

"It's pretty clear Tyrese Haliburton took getting voted the most overrated player in the NBA personally after how he handled the Milwaukee Bucks and the show he put on in Game 1 against the Cavaliers. After finishing third in the NBA in assists per game during the regular season (9.2), Haliburton leads the postseason (11.8) with 2.2 more per game than the next most (Nikola Jokic).

Coming off a 13-apple outing in the series opener against the Cavs, and having gone Over 10.5 assists in four of six playoff games so far, there's no reason to think he won't rack up at least 11 tonight.

Cleveland's defense ranked outside the top 10 in points allowed per game (112.4), 2-pointers allowed (27.8), and 3-point percentage allowed (35.9%) during the regular season, so Haliburton shouldn't have too hard of a time setting up teammates."

Myles Turner Under 14.5 points (-120 BetMGM)

"One Pacers player who won't enjoy an easy time scoring is Myles Turner, who finished with just 13 points in Game 1. Turner will need to do battle with one of the most physical frontcourt duos in the NBA when facing Defensive Player of the Year Evan Mobley and big man Jarrett Allen, both of whom ranked top 16 in the NBA in defensive win shares this season.

With those two both capable of protecting the rim and closing out on the perimeter, Turner should struggle to make a major impact as a scorer. We already saw him need to deal with this defense in the regular season, and it didn't go well. Turner averaged just 13.5 points per game and shot 31.3% from behind the arc over four regular-season games against the Cavs."

**SBR Andy** · 2025-05-06T17:54:43+00:00

Pacers vs Cavaliers Game 2 prediction from SBR's Gabe Henderson:

Cavaliers -8.5 (-115 ESPN BET)

"Cleveland was scorching to start the playoffs while sweeping the Miami Heat, averaging a 30.5-point margin of victory. The Cavaliers covered an 8.5-point spread in all four outings, showcasing their prowess at both ends of the floor under NBA Coach of the Year odds winner Kenny Atkinson.

The Pacers have been tough opponents for Cleveland this year, with the latter winning just once against Indiana. However, the lone win featured the NBA's best ATS team (55-36-1) notching a double-digit triumph.

We're betting on the Cavaliers to get their revenge tonight."

**SBR Andy** · 2025-05-07T12:28:19+00:00

The Pacers stun the Cavs and steal Game 2 on the road to go up 2-0 in the series.

Updated series odds via DraftKings: Pacers -205 / Cavaliers +175