The Cleveland Cavaliers (20–17) face the Indiana Pacers (6–30) on Tuesday, January 6, with both teams missing their star guards. Donovan Mitchell is out for Cleveland due to rest, while Tyrese Haliburton remains sidelined for the season with an Achilles injury.
Game Time by Time Zone
USA / Canada (ET): 7:00 p.m.
USA / Canada (PT): 4:00 p.m.
UK & Ireland (GMT): 12:00 a.m. (midnight)
Australia (AEDT): 11:00 a.m. Wednesday
Africa (WAT): 1:00 a.m.
Africa (CAT): 2:00 a.m.
India (IST): 5:30 a.m. Wednesday
How to Watch
Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
TV: FDSIN, FDSOH, Rock Entertainment Sports Network
Streaming: Fubo (regional availability applies)
Injury Report
Cleveland Cavaliers
Donovan Mitchell — Out (rest)
Max Strus — Out (foot)
Larry Nance Jr. — Out (calf)
Dean Wade — Questionable (knee)
Jarrett Allen — Questionable (illness)
Indiana Pacers
Tyrese Haliburton — Out for season (Achilles)
Bennedict Mathurin — Out (thumb)
Isaiah Jackson — Out (concussion)
Obi Toppin — Out (foot)
Quick Snapshot
Cleveland has won both previous meetings this season.
Indiana enters on a 12-game losing streak.
Both teams will rely heavily on secondary scorers and bench depth.
Current Standings: Entering tonight’s matchup, the Cleveland Cavaliers hold a record of 20–17, placing them solidly in the middle of the Eastern Conference playoff picture. Their position reflects a mix of strong offensive output and defensive adjustments, even with some recent injuries. In contrast, the Indiana Pacers sit at 6–30, struggling through one of the toughest stretches in franchise history. The Pacers’ record has them near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings as they attempt to halt a 12-game losing streak. Tonight’s game offers a chance for Cleveland to build separation among the playoff hopefuls, while Indiana fights to gain momentum and climb out of the league’s lower tier.
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