The Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers are set to clash in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference Semifinals matchup at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on May 11, 2025, at 8 PM ET. The Pacers currently lead the series 2-1, but the Cavaliers are coming off a dominant 126-104 victory in Game 3, looking to even the series before heading back to Cleveland.
Team Breakdown & Key Players
Cleveland Cavaliers (1st Seed)
- Regular Season Record: 64-18
- Playoff Record: 5-2
- Last Five Games: Win, Loss, Loss, Win, Win
- Key Players:
- Donovan Mitchell – Averaging 41.3 PPG in the series, coming off a 43-point performance in Game 3.
- Darius Garland – Expected to return after missing Game 2, providing much-needed playmaking.
- Evan Mobley & Jarrett Allen – Dominated the boards in Game 3, combining for 31 rebounds.
Indiana Pacers (4th Seed)
- Regular Season Record: 50-32
- Playoff Record: 6-3
- Last Five Games: Loss, Win, Win, Win, Win
- Key Players:
- Tyrese Haliburton – Struggled in Game 3 with just 4 points, but had a game-winning three-pointer in Game 2.
- Pascal Siakam – Averaging 18 PPG, providing veteran leadership.
- Bennedict Mathurin – A spark off the bench, scoring 23 points in Game 3.
Game Analysis & Predictions
- Cleveland’s Strategy: The Cavaliers need another strong performance from Mitchell, while Mobley and Allen must continue dominating the boards. If Garland returns, his playmaking could be the difference.
- Indiana’s Strategy: The Pacers must get Haliburton back on track and improve their three-point shooting, which was 9-of-30 in Game 3.
Game Odds
Cleveland Cavaliers – 5
Indiana Pacers 230.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 10, 2025
