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Cavaliers vs. Pacers Prediction: Cleveland to Win, Donovan Mitchell Projected for Big Game in Tuesday's NBA Matchup [1/14/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Our expert prediction for Tuesday's Cleveland Cavaliers vs Indiana Pacers matchup.
The Indiana Pacers will square off with the favored Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA action at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Tuesday, starting at 7:00PM ET.
The Pacers, who have stars such as Pascal Siakam, Bennedict Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard, will face off against the Cavaliers, who feature Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Evan Mobley.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Cavaliers as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has analyzed the latest data and conducted 10,000 simulations for Tuesday's Cleveland-Indiana game," said Damien Souness from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various factors, our prediction shows the Cavaliers with a win probability of 72%, compared to 28% for the Pacers."
For expanded analysis of Tuesday's matchup, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Cavaliers vs. Pacers predictions page.
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Cavs vs. Pacers Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Tuesday's game between the Pacers and Cavaliers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Indiana Pacers
- Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
- Merchandise: Buy Pacers and Cavaliers gear at Fanatics
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Tuesday's Cavaliers vs. Pacers matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Cleveland vs. Indiana picks, be sure to check out the latest NBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Cavaliers vs. Pacers Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NBA game between the Cavaliers and Pacers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Cavaliers a 72% chance of defeating the Pacers. Our predicted final score has the Cavaliers winning 119-112.
According to our model, the Pacers (+8) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 232.5 points has a 51% chance of staying under.
Cavaliers vs. Pacers Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Cavaliers | Pacers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -8 (-108) | +8 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -310 | +265 |
| Total | o232.5 (-108) | u232.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Cavaliers vs. Pacers Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Cavaliers vs. Pacers matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the latest odds, reveal the best NBA picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Cavaliers vs. Pacers Player Props
NBA prop bets are a common way to wager on the Cleveland vs. Indiana matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Donovan Mitchell is expected to lead the Cavaliers in scoring, while Pascal Siakam is projected to be the top scorer for the Pacers.
Dimers Pro users can access a full range of player props and projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every NBA game this season.
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Conclusion
We predict the Cavaliers, with a 72% win probability, will likely beat the Pacers on Tuesday.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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