The Cleveland Cavaliers face the Indiana Pacers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. With elite offense and home-court edge, the Cavaliers aim to extend their series lead, while the Pacers look to counter with improved defense and pace.
The stage is set for a crucial Game 2 showdown as the Cleveland Cavaliers, the league’s top offensive team, host the Indiana Pacers, who enter the matchup on an upswing with improved defense. This game could shift the momentum of the Eastern Conference Semifinal series.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Indiana Pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers |
| Date | May 5, 2025 |
| Time | 7:00 PM ET (4:30 AM IST, May 6) |
| Venue | Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, OH |
| League | NBA – Eastern Conference Semifinals |
| Market | Line / Odds |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Cavaliers @ 1.20 |
| Spread | Cavaliers -8.5 @ 1.91 |
| Total Points | Over 231.5 @ 1.91 |
Head-to-Head:
| Team / Player | Insight |
|---|---|
| Cleveland Cavaliers | Best offense in the NBA – 122.9 PPG |
| Indiana Pacers | Defense has improved to 13th in the league |
| Donovan Mitchell | Averaging 23.8 PPG in the playoffs |
| Tyrese Haliburton | Posting 8.9 APG and 18.5 PPG |
| Point Differential | Cavaliers are +790 overall this season |
Looking to place smart wagers on tonight’s game? Here are our top picks based on team stats and recent form:
Betting insight: The Pacers’ performance indicates they may pick up the pace, but the Cavaliers are a clear favourite due to their scoring prowess. Solid value is provided by the over on total points.
Given their strong offence and home-court advantage, the Cavaliers are the overwhelming favourites going into Game 2. The Pacers have fought hard throughout the playoffs and have improved defensively, but Cleveland’s depth, experience, and scoring consistency should give them a commanding 2-0 series lead.
Sources: https://www.oddsshark.com/nba/, https://www.cbssports.com/nba, https://www.foxsports.com/articles/nba/, https://www.mybookie.ag/sportsbook/
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