Cleveland Cavaliers vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/1

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers are set to meet at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for an early season game. The Cavaliers come in with a record of 12-9, while the Pacers hold a 4-16 record. The game is scheduled for Monday, December 1, 2025, at 7:00 PM and will be broadcast on FDSI.

Kenny Atkinson leads the Cavaliers, who are currently ranked seventh in the Eastern Conference. They have been on a three-game losing streak. On the other hand, the Pacers, coached by Rick Carlisle, have won their last two games. However, they are placed 13th in the Eastern Conference standings. Both teams are part of the Central Division.

Cavaliers vs Pacers Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Indiana Pacers
  • Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
  • Date: Monday, December 1, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Cavaliers Spread -5.5 (-110), Pacers Spread +5.5 (-111), Cavaliers MoneyLine -211, Pacers MoneyLine +177, Over/Under 233.5

Cleveland Cavaliers Team Preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers are heading into their next game after a few recent losses. In their last game against the Boston Celtics, they lost by 2 points with a score of 117-115. Evan Mobley led the team with 27 points and 14 rebounds, while Donovan Mitchell added 18 points and 8 assists.

Donovan Mitchell is a key player for the Cavaliers, averaging 29.9 points per game this season. He also contributes with 4.8 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game. Evan Mobley also plays an important role, providing 19.1 points and 9.2 rebounds per game.

The Cavaliers face some challenges with injuries, including Larry Nance Jr., Lonzo Ball, and Jarrett Allen. These absences have affected their performance on the court. Despite this, players like Darius Garland and De’Andre Hunter continue to contribute in their roles.

Indiana Pacers Team Preview

The Indiana Pacers recently had a close win against the Chicago Bulls, with a score of 103-101. Pascal Siakam led the team with 24 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists. Jay Huff also contributed 14 points and 8 rebounds in this game.

In a dominant performance, the Pacers won against the Washington Wizards, 119-86. Siakam again led the team with 24 points and 11 rebounds. T.J. McConnell added 14 points and 8 assists, helping the team secure the victory.

Pascal Siakam is a key player for the Pacers, averaging 23.9 points per game this season. However, the team faces challenges with several players out due to injuries, including Obi Toppin and Tyrese Haliburton. The Pacers will need to rely on their remaining players to maintain their performance in upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

The Cavaliers are favored by 5.5 points against the Pacers. Cleveland averages 118.8 points per game, while Indiana allows 118.6 points per game. With the Cavaliers’ strong offensive stats and the Pacers’ struggles on defense, picking the Cavaliers to cover the -5.5 spread is a solid choice.

The over/under for the game is set at 233.5. The Cavaliers score 118.8 points per game, and the Pacers score 109.8 points per game, totaling 228.6 points. Given these stats, taking the under 233.5 seems reasonable.