Cleveland Cavaliers vs Indiana Pacers Prediction & Picks (Thomas Bryant Key Factor): Winning Game Angles

Thomas Bryant (Cleveland Cavaliers) Under 1.5 Threes Made (-167)

When the Indiana Pacers roll into town to face the Cleveland Cavaliers, all eyes should be on Thomas Bryant's three-point shooting. While the odds might tempt some to consider the over, let's dive into the numbers that tell a different story. Over his last five games, Bryant has averaged just one three-pointer per contest-not exactly a prolific rate. And against the Pacers, his numbers drop dramatically, with just 0.2 threes made in their recent matchups and none at home. With a stellar hit rate of 8 out of his last 9 games hitting the under, and particularly his perfect home performance of 3 for 3, it's clear that Bryant isn't likely to stretch the floor in this one. The implied probability of 62.5% suggests a strong lean toward the under. Given these trends, betting on Bryant to stay under 1.5 threes feels like a savvy play for this matchup.