The Cleveland Cavaliers (12-9) and Indiana Pacers (4-16) will face off in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 7:00 p.m. EST from the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. The game will broadcast live on FDSIN.
The Cavaliers are 6.5-point favorites over the Pacers on the spread (Cavaliers -6.5), with the over/under set at 233.5 total points. The Cavaliers are -250 favorites to win outright on the moneyline, while the Pacers are +205 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Cavaliers vs. Pacers predictions and NBA picks for Monday, December 1.
- Cavaliers vs Pacers pick: Under 233.5 (-110)
My Cavaliers vs Pacers best bet is on the under, with the best price currently available at DraftKings. But as always, make sure to find the best odds by checking our live NBA odds page.
Cavaliers vs Pacers Odds
| Cavaliers Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-6.5 -112 | 233.5 -118o / -102u | -250 |
| Pacers Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+6.5 -108 | 233.5 -118o / -102u | +205 |
Cavaliers vs Pacers NBA Preview, Predictions
The NBA system titled, "Reverse Line Movement Unders" identifies value on the under in division games where the total drops despite the public leaning over (40% or fewer bets on the under), which appears to be the situation entering tonight's matchup between the Cavaliers and Pacers.
The reverse movement of the line suggests sharp action is backing the under.
Division familiarity often leads to tighter, lower-scoring games, which strengthens the edge.
Overall, the system stands at 485-392-8 (55%) with a 7% ROI across all-time results, and it’s off to a 21-10 (68%) start this season with a 29% ROI.
So, let's take the Under at 233.5 in this spot.
Cavaliers vs Pacers Best Bet
- Under 233.5 (-110)
Spread
I'm not betting either side of the spread in this game.
Moneyline
No play on the moneyline.
Over/Under
My Pacers vs Cavaliers betting prediction is on the under at 233.5 total points.














