Indiana Pacers vs Cleveland Cavaliers Picks and Predictions for Sunday April 5 2026

By: Kim Smith Published 04/05/2026, 12:45 AM ET

The Indiana Pacers travel to Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio, to face the Cleveland Cavaliers on April 5, 2026, with tip-off scheduled for 6:00 PM. The game will be broadcast on FanDuel SN OH and FanDuel SN IN. At the time of this writing the total was not released. Be sure to check out the latest free NBA picks before placing your wagers.

Pacers Trying to Find Consistency on the Road

The Indiana Pacers come into this game with an 18-59 overall record and have struggled away from home, posting a 7-32 road record. Over their last five games, Indiana has had mixed results, recently losing to Charlotte, the Los Angeles Clippers, and the Los Angeles Lakers, while picking up wins over Chicago and Miami. That stretch shows a team capable of scoring but still inconsistent overall.

From a statistical standpoint, Indiana is averaging 112.6 points per game while allowing 120.8 points per contest. They are shooting 46% from the field and pulling down 41.7 rebounds per game. The Pacers also average 27.5 assists, along with 4.6 blocks and 7.3 steals.

The biggest concern for Indiana is their defense. Allowing over 120 points per game makes it difficult to stay competitive, even when their offense is producing. While their assist numbers indicate strong ball movement, their inability to consistently get stops has been a major factor in their record.

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Cavaliers Looking Strong at Home

The Cleveland Cavaliers enter this matchup with a 48-29 overall record and have been solid at home with a 24-14 mark at Rocket Arena. Over their last five games, Cleveland has been in good form, recently winning over Golden State, Utah, and Miami, while also recently losing to the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami. This stretch highlights a team that has been able to bounce back and maintain a winning rhythm.

Cleveland is averaging 119.3 points per game, which is significantly higher than Indiana, while allowing 115.2 points per contest. They are shooting 48% from the field and grabbing 44.3 rebounds per game. The Cavaliers also average 28.3 assists, along with 5.0 blocks and 8.5 steals.

The Cavaliers’ biggest strength is their offensive production. Scoring nearly 120 points per game gives them a strong edge, especially against a defense like Indiana’s that allows over 120 points per contest. Their ability to combine scoring with rebounding and assists makes them a well-rounded team.

Pacers vs Cavaliers Picks and Prediction

Pacers vs Cavaliers Pick

Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers

Cleveland has a clear advantage in this matchup based on both overall record and statistical production. They score more points per game than Indiana while also allowing fewer points defensively. Indiana’s defensive struggles, giving up over 120 points per game, put them at a disadvantage against a Cavaliers team that can consistently generate offense. With the added benefit of playing at home, Cleveland is in a strong position to cover the spread.

Pacers vs Cavaliers Total Pick

Pick: Take the over if the total is set at 231.5

I would lean toward the over in this matchup because both teams are involved in high-scoring games. Indiana allows over 120 points per game, while Cleveland scores nearly 120 per game. Even with Cleveland’s slightly better defense, the pace and scoring ability on both sides suggest this game could reach a high total.

Final Score Prediction: Cleveland Cavaliers 121 – Indiana Pacers 114

This prediction was written before the completion of game play on Saturday.