Cavaliers Defeat Pacers 120-109 at Rocket Arena
Friday, November 21, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Rocket Arena
Cleveland Cavaliers 120, Indiana Pacers 109, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Indiana Pacers vs Cleveland Cavaliers?
Cleveland Cavaliers beat Indiana Pacers 120-109 at Rocket Arena on November 21, 2025.
In a compelling NBA matchup, the Cleveland Cavaliers secured a 120-109 victory over the Indiana Pacers at Rocket Arena. This game marked the second meeting of the season between these two teams, with Cleveland now leading the series 2-0. The Cavaliers, boasting a home record of 11-6, continue to demonstrate their strength at home, while the Pacers struggle with a dismal away record of 2-14.
Cleveland's recent form has been solid, with a record of 7-3 over their last ten games, although they entered this contest on a one-game losing streak after falling to the Houston Rockets on November 20. The Cavaliers averaged 123.6 points scored and allowed 116.9 points during this stretch. Their last five games showed a slight dip in scoring, with an average of 114.6 points scored and 112.4 allowed.
In contrast, the Indiana Pacers have faced significant challenges this season, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and a one-game winning streak following a victory against the Charlotte Hornets on November 20. The Pacers averaged 109.1 points scored and allowed 122.8 points during their recent stretch. Their last five games have been particularly tough, with an average of 115.2 points scored but a staggering 131.8 points allowed.
The Cavaliers have been particularly effective at home, with a record of 5-2 in their last seven games at Rocket Arena. Their scoring prowess has been evident, especially in their recent win against the Milwaukee Bucks, where they scored 118 points. Conversely, the Pacers have struggled on the road, holding an away record of 0-5 in their last five games.
In terms of previous meetings, the Cavaliers have had the upper hand against the Pacers in their recent matchups. In the 2025 season alone, Cleveland has lost three of their last four encounters with Indiana, including a 118-126 defeat on April 13. However, they managed to secure a win earlier in the season with a score of 127-117 on January 15.
Injury concerns have also impacted the Pacers, with Tyrese Haliburton listed as day-to-day due to an Achilles issue, while Johnny Furphy is out with a knee injury. The absence of key players can significantly affect a team's performance, and the Pacers have been feeling the effects of these injuries throughout the season.
The betting market reflected Cleveland's strong position heading into the game, with a high probability of a home win. The odds indicated that the Cavaliers were heavily favored, a testament to their superior record and home advantage.
The game conditions were typical for a late November evening, with both teams facing the challenge of maintaining their energy levels as the season progresses. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere at Rocket Arena, where the Cavaliers aimed to bounce back from their recent loss.
As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed several key moments, including De'Andre Hunter's impressive three-point jumper assisted by Darius Garland in the fourth quarter, which helped solidify Cleveland's lead. The Cavaliers' Evan Mobley also made a significant contribution with a dunk, further extending their advantage late in the game.
Ultimately, the Cavaliers' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities and maintain control throughout the match led to their victory over the Pacers, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by Indiana as they seek to improve their season.
Injury report
- Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
- Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers
Leaders
- PointsDonovan Mitchell32Cleveland Cavaliers
- AssistsDarius Garland7Cleveland Cavaliers
- ReboundsEvan Mobley12Cleveland Cavaliers
- PointsAndrew Nembhard32Indiana Pacers
- AssistsAndrew Nembhard8Indiana Pacers
- ReboundsPascal Siakam9Indiana Pacers
Recent form
Cleveland Cavaliers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L1123.6 scored · 116.9 allowed per game5-2 at home
- L104-114vs Houston RocketsNov 20
- W118-106vs Milwaukee BucksNov 18
- W108-100vs Memphis GrizzliesNov 15
- L113-126vs Toronto RaptorsNov 14
- W130-116at Miami HeatNov 13
- L138-140at Miami HeatNov 11
- W128-122vs Chicago BullsNov 9
- W148-115at Washington WizardsNov 8
- W132-121vs Philadelphia 76ersNov 6
- W117-109vs Atlanta HawksNov 2
Indiana Pacers
Last 10: 2-8Streak W1109.1 scored · 122.8 allowed per game0-5 away
- W127-118vs Charlotte HornetsNov 20
- L112-127at Detroit PistonsNov 18
- L111-129vs Toronto RaptorsNov 16
- L98-133at Phoenix SunsNov 14
- L128-152at Utah JazzNov 12
- L83-114at Golden State WarriorsNov 10
- L100-117at Denver NuggetsNov 9
- L103-112vs Brooklyn NetsNov 6
- L115-117vs Milwaukee BucksNov 4
- W114-109vs Golden State WarriorsNov 1
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
Box score
| Stat | Indiana Pacers | Cleveland Cavaliers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 37-88 | 43-89 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 11-37 | 13-35 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 37 |
| Free throws | 24-26 | 21-27 |
| Free throw % | 92 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 52 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 38 |
| Assists | 25 | 28 |
| Steals | 10 | 5 |
| Blocks | 6 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 50 |
| Fouls | 22 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 22 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter69-81Pascal Siakam makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-81Pascal Siakam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-83Dean Wade makes tip shot
- 3rd Quarter70-86De'Andre Hunter makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaylon Tyson assists)
- 3rd Quarter72-86Bennedict Mathurin makes 10-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter73-86Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter73-88Donovan Mitchell makes 22-foot jumper (Lonzo Ball assists)
- 3rd Quarter75-88Andrew Nembhard makes finger roll layup
- 3rd Quarter75-90Dean Wade makes 20-foot two point shot (Donovan Mitchell assists)
- 3rd Quarter77-90Jarace Walker makes 12-foot two point shot (Andrew Nembhard assists)
- 3rd Quarter77-91Evan Mobley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter79-91Jay Huff makes dunk (Andrew Nembhard assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-93Donovan Mitchell makes 18-foot step back jumpshot (Larry Nance Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-95Donovan Mitchell makes 7-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter81-95Andrew Nembhard makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter81-97Larry Nance Jr. makes 1-foot dunk (Lonzo Ball assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-99Evan Mobley makes layup (Donovan Mitchell assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-100Evan Mobley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter81-103Donovan Mitchell makes 25-foot three pointer (Jaylon Tyson assists)
- 4th Quarter83-103Pascal Siakam makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter86-103T.J. McConnell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Pascal Siakam assists)
- 4th Quarter89-103Andrew Nembhard makes 29-foot three point jumper (Bennedict Mathurin assists)
- 4th Quarter92-103Pascal Siakam makes 25-foot three point shot (T.J. McConnell assists)
- 4th Quarter93-103Pascal Siakam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter95-103T.J. McConnell makes 5-foot jumper (Pascal Siakam assists)
- 4th Quarter95-105De'Andre Hunter makes 6-foot layup (Lonzo Ball assists)
- 4th Quarter95-107De'Andre Hunter makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter97-107Isaiah Jackson makes alley oop layup (Andrew Nembhard assists)
- 4th Quarter97-110Donovan Mitchell makes 27-foot three point jumper (Lonzo Ball assists)
- 4th Quarter97-113Evan Mobley makes 26-foot three point jumper (Donovan Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter99-113Andrew Nembhard makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter100-113Andrew Nembhard makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter100-116De'Andre Hunter makes 23-foot three point jumper (Darius Garland assists)
- 4th Quarter102-116Bennedict Mathurin makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter102-118Darius Garland makes 1-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter105-118Jay Huff makes 25-foot three point jumper (Andrew Nembhard assists)
- 4th Quarter105-120Evan Mobley makes 1-foot dunk (Darius Garland assists)
- 4th Quarter106-120Jeremiah Robinson-Earl makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter107-120Jeremiah Robinson-Earl makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter109-120Jarace Walker makes 6-foot two point shot (Taelon Peter assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Cleveland Cavaliers, below favours Indiana Pacers.
Venue
- Rocket ArenaCleveland, OH
- Attendance19432
- OfficialsCurtis Blair, Michael Smith, Sean Corbin
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