Cleveland Cavaliers vs Indiana Pacers final injury report (April 10, 2025): Is Donovan Mitchell playing tonight?

Raunak Bose / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 10, 2025, 22:07 IST

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The Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Indiana Pacers without Donovan Mitchell due to an ankle sprain, alongside key players Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and Max Strus also sidelined. Indiana lists Ben Sheppard as questionable. With Cleveland securing the top seed and Indiana comfortably in fourth, both teams prioritize health before the playoffs, as tip-off approaches at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Indiana Pacers final injury report (April 10, 2025): Is Donovan Mitchell playing tonight?

Donovan Mitchell. Image via: David Richard-Imagn Images

The Cleveland Cavaliers will be without star guard Donovan Mitchell for Thursday’s matchup against the Indiana Pacers, as he continues to recover from an ankle sprain. Mitchell, who also missed Tuesday’s win over the Chicago Bulls, remains sidelined, dealing a blow to Cleveland’s backcourt ahead of the playoffs.

Donovan Mitchell’s impact on the Cleveland Cavaliers squad

Donovan Mitchell has been a cornerstone for the Cavaliers this season, averaging 24 points, 5 assists, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game. His absence leaves a significant gap in the team’s offensive production as they prepare for the postseason.

Cleveland Cavaliers injury report for tonight’s game against the Indiana Pacers (April 10, 2025)

Cavaliers injury report April 10 (Image via NBA)

Joining Donovan Mitchell on the injury report are Darius Garland (toe), Evan Mobley (rest), and Max Strus (knee), all ruled out for Thursday’s game. Garland, an All-Star this season, has been a consistent presence, missing only five games prior to this injury. Mobley, a Defensive Player of the Year candidate, is sitting for rest, while Strus continues to manage a knee issue that has sidelined him intermittently.

Indiana Pacers injury report for tonight’s game against the Cleveland Cavaliers (April 10, 2025)

On the Pacers�?side, Ben Sheppard (toe) is listed as questionable after missing the last two games. Isaiah Jackson (Achilles) remains out, while G League assignments leave RayJ Dennis and Enrique Freeman as questionable.
With Cleveland already securing the No. 1 seed in the East, the focus shifts to health ahead of the playoffs. Meanwhile, Indiana sits comfortably in the No. 4 spot but has an outside chance to climb past the Knicks for the No. 3 seed.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Indiana Pacers: Team stats

The Cavaliers dominated the regular season with an impressive 63-16 record, finishing 1st in the standings. Their strong home performance (29-10) and top-ranked offensive rating (1st) helped them secure the second-best net rating in the league. Defensively, they ranked 8th. In comparison, the Indiana Pacers ended their season with a 48-31 record, placing 4th. They held a solid home record at 28-10 but lagged behind in key metrics, ranking 8th in offensive rating, 15th in defensive rating, and 11th in net rating.
Tip-off is set for Thursday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, with the Cavaliers looking to extend their dominance despite key absences. Donovan Mitchell’s status will be closely monitored as the postseason approaches.

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