Cleveland, OH – On May 4, 2025, the Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals. This highly anticipated matchup promises to deliver thrilling basketball as both teams aim to secure a strong start in their best-of-seven series.
The Cavaliers, boasting a regular season record of 64-18 and a dominating home performance of 34-7, enter the game as 8.5-point favorites. They aim to leverage their home court advantage and momentum gained from a successful first round of playoffs.
“We feel good about our game and the preparation we’ve put in,” said Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell. “Every game is crucial in the playoffs, and we’re ready to aggressive contest the Pacers.”
On their part, the Pacers ended the regular season with a record of 50-32, showing resilience on the court despite being underdogs in this series. The team’s recent injuries have made their path tricky, but they are set to rise to the challenge.
“Our focus right now is to play smart and keep our composure under pressure,” explained Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton. “We respect what the Cavaliers can do, but we believe we can take advantage of opportunities and put ourselves in a position to win.”
Fans can catch the live action of Game 1 at 6 PM ET on TNT/truTV/Max, with channels dedicated to both teams. The Pacers will be featured on channel 212 while the Cavaliers will be broadcast on channel 86. The stakes are high as Game 1 sets the tone for the series with subsequent games scheduled for May 6, May 9, and beyond, depending on the outcomes.
The matchup will showcase some of the league’s best talents as both teams aim for the coveted series victory and a chance to progress towards the NBA Finals. With the Cavaliers and their high-powered offense facing the defensive strategies of the Pacers, basketball fans are in for an exciting playoff season ahead.
