Still, Cleveland should be considered the favorite to win this best-of-seven matchup, and that's exactly what one NBA expert is forecasting to happen. Steve Aschburner of NBA.com recently published his preview and prediction for the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals and believes the Cavaliers will ultimily win this series in six games.

Find out why Will Hill is backing the "underrated" Cavaliers to win their East semifinals matchup against the scrappy Pacers.

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers face off in the second round. Game 1 is Sunday, May 4. Here are three keys for the series.