The Indiana Pacers are set to host the Cleveland Cavaliers for Game 4 of their second-round NBA playoff series this Sunday night. Indiana currently holds a 2-1 advantage in the series. However, Cleveland is gaining momentum following their Game 3 victory and with their roster becoming healthier.
Cleveland secured a crucial road win in Game 3, significantly boosted by the return of Evan Mobley, Darius Garland, and De`Andre Hunter, all of whom had missed Game 2. With these key players back in the lineup, Donovan Mitchell delivered an outstanding 43-point performance, leading Cleveland to a dominant 22-point win. Despite trailing in the series, the Cavaliers are still considered the favorites to advance.
The Pacers managed to win the first two games of the series on the road, including a remarkable last-minute comeback victory in Game 2. Indiana`s offensive strategy is characterized by balanced scoring, with an impressive six different players averaging at least 15 points per game throughout the series. Notably, no single player on the team is averaging more than 18 points per game.
Game 4 Information
Game 4 Details:
Date: Sunday, May 11
Time: 8 p.m. ET
Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
TV: TNT
Live Stream: Max
Odds: Cavaliers -5.5, Over/Under 231
Game 4 Betting Pick
When analyzing potential wagers for Game 4, focusing on player performance, particularly Ty Jerome`s scoring, presents a challenge. Despite having supported him previously, this matchup seems unfavorable for him. He has struggled significantly in the last two games, making only 2 of 22 shots. Unlike the first round against Miami`s Tyler Herro, he isn`t finding easy favorable matchups to exploit. While a starter might eventually figure things out over a longer stretch, Jerome`s minutes are contingent on game flow and roster health. His playing time dropped from nearly 28 minutes in Game 2 to just 13 minutes in Game 3 when Cleveland`s key players returned. With Sam Merrill performing well and starters expected to play extended minutes in this important game, it feels risky to predict Jerome reaching double-digit points under these circumstances.
The Pick: Ty Jerome Under 9.5 Points
Jasper Hawthorne