Cleveland Cavaliers vs Indiana Pacers final injury report (April 13, 2025): Will Donovan Mitchell play today with Darius Garland?

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers will close their regular seasons Sunday with key players sidelined, including star guard Donovan Mitchell, who remains out with a left ankle sprain.

Donovan Mitchell, who has been instrumental in the Cavaliers’ Eastern Conference-leading campaign, will miss his second straight game as the team prioritizes health ahead of the playoffs. Cleveland has locked in the top seed, while Indiana sits firmly in fourth, making this matchup more about momentum than standings.

Aside from Donovan Mitchell being out, the Cavaliers’ injury report is lengthy, with Darius Garland (toe), Evan Mobley (back soreness), and Max Strus (knee) also ruled out. Ty Jerome continues to recover from a left knee issue. Additionally, De’Andre Hunter, Isaac Okoro, Dean Wade, and Sam Merrill have been listed for rest. Jarrett Allen, however, is available and expected to play.

For the Pacers, All-Star Tyrese Haliburton (lower back) and Pascal Siakam (elbow) will sit out, while Isaiah Jackson remains sidelined with a torn Achilles. Ben Sheppard (toe sprain) is doubtful after missing the last four games.
This marks the fourth meeting between the teams this season, with Indiana holding a 2-1 edge. The Pacers narrowly won their last matchup 114-112 on April 10, but with both teams resting key pieces, Sunday’s game will test depth rather than star power.

The upcoming matchup between the Indiana Pacers and the Cleveland Cavaliers promises high-stakes action as both teams bring contrasting strengths to the court. The Cavaliers, finishing the regular season with an impressive 64-17 record, hold the top seed and boast elite metrics, ranking 1st in offensive rating, 9th in defense, and 3rd in net rating. Their 34-6 home record underscores their dominance at home. On the other hand, the Pacers enter as the 4th seed with a solid 49-32 record. While they rank 9th offensively, their defense is middle-of-the-pack at 15th, and they sit 13th in net rating. With a 19-20 road record, Indiana faces a tough challenge against a Cavaliers team firing on all cylinders.
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Tip-off is set for 1 p.m. ET at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, with local broadcasts on FDSOH and FDSIN. Fans can stream the game via Fubo or NBA League Pass.
With the playoffs beginning April 19, expect both squads to focus on recovery before the postseason grind.