Cleveland Cavaliers vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/6

The NBA Regular Season is heating up as the Cleveland Cavaliers visit the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The game is scheduled for Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM and will be broadcast on FDSI. The Cavaliers, coached by Kenny Atkinson, have a record of 20-17. They are ranked 8th in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Central Division.

The Indiana Pacers, under the guidance of Rick Carlisle, have struggled this season with a 6-30 record. They are 15th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. The Pacers will aim to break their current losing streak. This game provides a chance for both teams to showcase their skills early in the season. Fans will be eager to see how the teams perform in this Eastern Conference showdown.

Cavaliers vs Pacers Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Indiana Pacers
  • Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
  • Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Cavaliers Spread -5.5 (-112), Pacers Spread +5.5 (-109), Cavaliers MoneyLine -217, Pacers MoneyLine +181, Over/Under 234.5 (-110)

Cleveland Cavaliers Team Preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers have shown mixed results in their recent games. They secured a win against the Denver Nuggets with a score of 113-108, but fell short against the Detroit Pistons, losing 110-114. Their shooting was on point against the Phoenix Suns, leading to a 129-113 win.

Donovan Mitchell has been a key player for the Cavaliers, averaging 29.8 points per game. In the game against the Pistons, he scored 30 points, while also contributing 6 rebounds and 3 assists. However, he will be out for the next game due to rest.

Evan Mobley and Darius Garland are also crucial to the team’s performance. Mobley averages 17.7 points and 8.9 rebounds per game, and Garland contributes with 17.0 points and 6.9 assists per game. The team will need these players to step up in their next game against the Indiana Pacers, especially with Donovan Mitchell resting.

Indiana Pacers Team Preview

The Indiana Pacers have had a rough stretch recently. They lost their last three games, including a close 110-112 loss to the Orlando Magic. Pascal Siakam has been a standout, scoring 34 points in their latest game against the Magic.

Despite their struggles, the Pacers have some strong individual performances. Pascal Siakam leads with 23.8 points per game. Andrew Nembhard also contributes with 17.3 points and 6.8 assists per game.

Injuries are a concern for the Pacers. Key players like Tyrese Haliburton and Bennedict Mathurin are currently out. This makes it challenging for the team to find a rhythm and secure wins.

BTB Betting Pick

The Cavaliers are favored by 5.5 points against the Pacers. With Cleveland’s strong offense, averaging 119.2 points per game, they are likely to cover the spread. The Pacers’ defense allows 119.7 points per game, which supports a projected score of Cavaliers 122, Pacers 111. Thus, taking the Cavaliers -5.5 is a solid pick.

The over/under line is set at 234.5 points. Given the projected score of Cavaliers 122, Pacers 111, the total comes to 233 points. Both teams have shown tendencies to allow high scoring, but the Pacers’ low offensive output suggests betting on the under 234.5 is reasonable.