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Pascal Siakam in flight to the basket with his right arm outstretched with the ball in hand against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley
May 4, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4) during the first quarter in game one of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

How To Watch the Indiana Pacers vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers 2025 Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 2: Tipoff Time, Odds, and Streaming Options

By Matt Buxbaum  |  Last updated May 6, 2025 5:00 PM ET
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The 2025 playoffs are shaping up to be some of the best basketball we’ve seen in the past decade.

In a stunning upset on the Cavaliers' home court, the Indiana Pacers defeated the Cavs 121-112, taking a 1-0 lead in the 2025 Eastern Conference Semifinals. To add salt to the wound, the Cavaliers have a troubling injury report: Evan Mobley (day-to-day), De'Andre Hunter (day-to-day), and Darius Garland (out). Darius Garland, who averages 24.0 PPG, is one of the team’s leading scorers, and Evan Mobley is an anchor for the Cavs' defense. If these two key players remain out, we could see Game 2 go to the Pacers.

Despite their Game 1 win, the Pacers enter Game 2 as underdogs, with the Cavaliers favored by 9.5 points. Don't trust the odds; the Cavaliers were heavily favored in Game 1. The Pacers have proved themselves as serious contenders in the second round of the 2025 NBA playoffs.

When is the Indiana Pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers 2025 Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 2?

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

  • Matchup: Indiana Pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
  • Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025
  • Time: 7:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM MT, 4:00 PM PT
  • TV Channels: TNT, truTV
  • Livestreaming Platforms: Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV, Sling TV, MAX
  • Location: Cleveland, OH
  • Stadium: Rocket  Arena

How to watch Game 2 of the Indiana Pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Eastern Conference Semifinals

To watch the Indiana Pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, you’ll need access to TNT or truTV. 

Indiana Pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 2 Odds

Odds  Indiana Pacers   Cleveland Cavaliers 
Moneyline +330 -426
Point Spread +9.5 -9.5
Over/Under 229.5

Indiana Pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Quick side‑by‑side comparison and what you need to know

In Game 1, the Cleveland Cavaliers had better stats across the board. However, with the Pacers' most recent win and upset, we are seeing a new stat line emerge: The Pacers are aggressive and accurate. With the Pacers' Siakam, Haliburton, and Nesmith securing more than six rebounds per game, you have a team poised to make shots on plenty of second chances. 

The Cavaliers might be in trouble. Donovan Mitchell must shoulder the offense with Darius Garland out, and the Cavaliers' bench must step up in Game 2. 

Postseason Stat Indiana Pacers  Cleveland Cavaliers 
PPG 118.3 123.2
REB 41.7 43.2
FG % 50.4% 50.5%
FT % 83.3% 84.3%
3‑Point % 41.6% 40.4%

*2025 NBA postseason stats current as of 05/06/2025

Who wins Game 2 of the Indiana Pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers 2025 Eastern Conference Semifinals?

The Pacers will pull off another upset tonight and beat the Cavaliers in Game 2. The Indiana Pacers are hoping to ride the momentum from their Game 1 win, and, with Darius Garland and possible Cavs defensive leaders out, the Pacers' scoring potential will shine. Don’t trust the odds — the Pacers have what it takes to pull off another upset.