April 5, 2026Updated 11:11 am EDT

The Cleveland Cavaliers (48-29) host the Indiana Pacers (18-59) in a matchup of Central Division rivals at Rocket Arena on April 5, 2026. This is the fourth matchup between the squads this season.

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Injury reportsCavaliers

Jaylon Tyson: Out (Toe),

Jarrett Allen: Out (Knee),

Evan Mobley: Out (Calf),

Dean Wade: Out (Ankle),

Sam Merrill: Out (Hamstring)

Pacers

Johnny Furphy: Out For Season (Knee),

Ivica Zubac: Out For Season (Rib),

T.J. McConnell: Out (Hamstring),

Andrew Nembhard: Out (Back),

Ben Sheppard: Questionable (Hip),

Pascal Siakam: Out (Back),

Jarace Walker: Questionable (Back),

Aaron Nesmith: Out (Neck),

Obi Toppin: Probable (Foot),

Tyrese Haliburton: Out For Season (Achilles)

Stats to know
The Cavaliers put up only 1.5 fewer points per contest (119.3) than the Pacers surrender (120.8).
The Pacers score an average of 112.6 points per game. That’s just 2.6 fewer points than the 115.2 the Cavaliers give up.

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