The Cleveland Cavaliers just suffered their fifth loss of the season. It only took them 38 games. They were riding a league-best 12-game winning streak before the Indiana Pacers got the best of them.

The Cavs are rolling thanks in large part to Garland's play, but the East — and Cleveland's — backcourt is a crowded one.

Cleveland Cavaliers (33-4, first in the Eastern Conference) Cleveland; Sunday, 6 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland hosts the Indiana Pacers after Darius Garland scored 40 points in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 132-126 win against the Toronto Raptors.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week for the second time this season.

Although the Cavs are 4-1 in their last five games, their recent loss to the Pacers put a major flaw on full display.

Jan 14, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (10) dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Ben Sheppard (26) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images / Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Big third quarter helps Cavaliers win on the road, avenging a home loss to the Pacers two nights earlier. Cavs' big four each play a big role.

Our Pacers vs. Cavaliers predictions target Darius Garland in a favorable matchup against Indiana's perimeter defense.

Analyzing Tuesday’s Cleveland Cavaliers at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Donovan Mitchell scored 35 points and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Indiana Pacers 127-117 on Tuesday night. Darius Garland scored 24 points and Evan Mobley added 22 points and 13 rebounds for the Cavaliers.

Donovan Mitchell scored 27 of his game-high 35 points in the first half, helping the Cleveland Cavaliers to defeat the Indiana Pacers 127-117 in Indianapolis on Tuesday. Darius Garland added 24 ...

James L. Edwards III, Fred Katz and Jay King analyze the Eastern Conference at the halfway point of the season.