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Max Strus Max Strus knocks down eight three-pointers
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 4:58 PM
NBA
Max Strus finished Friday's win over the Heat with 29 points (10-of-14 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), eight rebounds, one assist and eight three-pointers.
Analysis: Strus put on a show shooting the basketball, as he was 8-of-11 from beyond the arc. And the 22 points he scored in the first half were a career-high. Add in the eight rebounds and 29 points, and this was an excellent night for those who have Strus on their fantasy rosters. Sam Merrill (10/3/4 with two three-pointers in 27 minutes) remains the fifth starter with Dean Wade unavailable, but it's fair to wonder if Strus will eventually reclaim the role he held last season. |
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James Harden James Harden dishes out 14 assists vs. Miami
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 4:57 PM
James Harden amassed 17 points (4-of-11 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), five rebounds, 14 assists, two steals and two three-pointers in Friday's win over the Heat.
Analysis: Cleveland's âothersâ handled a large chunk of the scoring on Friday, with Harden doing a masterful job of running the show. He recorded 14 assists and committed just one turnover, more than compensating for a 4-of-11 night from the field. Donovan Mitchell (6/4/6/4) struggled shooting the basketball, going 1-of-10 from the field, but the Cavaliers had plenty of help in one of their best showings of the season. |
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Evan Mobley Evan Mobley posts 23/10/3/1 stat line vs. Miami
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 4:57 PM
Evan Mobley recorded 23 points (10-of-15 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 10 rebounds, three assists, one steal and one three-pointer in Friday's win over the Heat.
Analysis: When Mobley and Jarrett Allen are on the floor, there have been questions in the past about how their respective upsides are impacted. Both were excellent on Friday, recording double-doubles in the blowout of the Heat. Having some help up front paid dividends for Mobley, who was limited to eight points and five rebounds in Wednesday's loss to the Heat. The negative for fantasy managers is that Cleveland doesn't play again in Week 22, but they do have four games in Week 23. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) scores 18 in 18 minutes
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 4:56 PM
Jarrett Allen (knee) produced 18 points (8-of-10 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 10 rebounds and one blocked shot in Friday's win over the Heat.
Analysis: Friday's game was the first for Allen since March 3, so his playing time was limited. He made the most of his opportunities, putting up a double-double in just 18 minutes on the floor. The version of the Cavaliers that played against the Heat is capable of making noise in the playoffs, and Allen can be a productive option for fantasy managers in these final weeks of the regular season. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) available, starting vs. Miami
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 1:02 PM
Serena Winters
James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Sam Merrill, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen (knee) will start against the Heat on Friday.
Analysis: Allen will be back after missing the last 10 games with knee tendinitis. He'll start, which will push Keon Ellis to the bench, though he should continue to play a large role as a reserve. The rest of the starters will remain the same as they look to avenge Wednesday's loss to Miami. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) probable Friday vs. MIA
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 9:06 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jarrett Allen (knee) is probable for Friday's matchup with the Heat.
Analysis: Allen is on track to take the court for the first time since March 3. If he's ultimately cleared, Allen could be on a minutes restriction, but his return will lower Evan Mobley's fantasy ceiling. Guys like Max Strus and Jaylon Tyson could see a reduction in playing time, too. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade (ankle) to remain out vs. Miami
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 11:27 AM
NBA Injury Report
Dean Wade (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Wade sprained his right ankle just before Wednesday's loss to the Heat and did not play. Keon Ellis moved into the starting lineup, but that was with the Cavaliers also not having Max Strus. One of those two will likely be the fifth starter, with Strus offering a higher offensive ceiling. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) questionable vs. Miami
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 11:22 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jarrett Allen (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Due to tendonitis in his right knee, Allen has not appeared in a game since March 3. Allen's absence has shifted Evan Mobley from power forward to center, raising his fantasy ceiling. If Allen remains out, Max Strus could move into the starting lineup because Dean Wade is unavailable. |
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Max Strus Max Strus (foot) removed from injury report
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 11:17 AM
NBA Injury Report
Max Strus (foot) is off the injury report for Friday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: After sitting out Wednesday's loss to the Heat, Strus will be available for Friday's rematch. His return cuts into the opportunities for Keon Ellis, who made a spot start the last time out. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell has 28 points in loss to Heat
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 4:51 PM
Donovan Mitchell had 28 points (12-of-22 FGs), six rebounds, four assists and four three-pointers in Wednesday's loss to the Heat.
Analysis: Mitchell was coming off a 42-point performance in the win over the Magic on Tuesday. The difference in the two games for the 29-year-old shooting guard were simple: free throws. Mitchell was 11-of-11 from the line against the Magic and didn't even attempt a single free throw against the Heat. He was still able to put up 28 points and four three-pointers. Mitchell has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Cavaliers only have one more game this week with a rematch against the Heat on Friday. |
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Keon Ellis CLE: Harden, Mitchell, Merrill, Ellis, Mobley
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 1:14 PM
NBA Lineups
James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Sam Merrill, Keon Ellis and Evan Mobley will start Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Already without Max Strus and Jaylon Tyson, the Cavaliers won't have Dean Wade either, as he sprained his right ankle during a pregame workout. Due to Wade's absence, Ellis moves into the starting five as part of a smaller opening quintet. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade (ankle) ruled out Wednesday vs. Miami
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 12:57 PM
Chris Fedor
Dean Wade (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Wade sprained his right ankle during his pregame individual workout, and the Cavaliers have decided to hold him out for precautionary reasons. With Max Strus and Jaylon Tyson also out, this could be a spot where Nae'Qwan Tomlin picks up additional minutes, even if he comes off the bench. |
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Larry Nance Larry Nance Jr. (illness) upgraded to available
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 12:50 PM
NBA Injury Report
Larry Nance Jr. (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Nance is good to go after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. He's unlikely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball, even if Dean Wade (ankle) cannot play. Wade sprained his right ankle during pregame warmups and is considered questionable. |
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Larry Nance Larry Nance Jr. (illness) questionable vs. Miami
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 7:28 AM
NBA Injury Report
Larry Nance Jr. (illness) is questionable to play against the Heat on Wednesday.
Analysis: Nance was a late scratch on Tuesday and could remain out against Miami. However, he rarely sees the floor when healthy, so his status won't have much of an impact on their rotation. |
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Max Strus Max Strus (foot) ruled out vs. Miami
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 7:22 AM
NBA Injury Report
Max Strus (foot) has been ruled out against the Heat on Wednesday.
Analysis: Strus isn't playing back-to-backs after missing the first five months of the season. His absence will open up extra minutes for Keon Ellis and Dean Wade, with Ellis being the better option for fantasy managers. |
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Sam Merrill Sam Merrill stays hot with 19 points vs. Orlando
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 6:40 PM
Sam Merrill remained hot on Tuesday with 19 points (6-of-11 FGs), four rebounds, one assist, two steals and two three-pointers against the Magic.
Analysis: Merrill returned from a two-game absence with a hamstring injury and has been on fire since then. During this four-game win streak, he has averaged 16.0 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.8 triples while shooting 50 percent from the floor. He's not a reliable source of production in other categories, but he has shot the ball well, and he'll look to keep it going against the Heat on Wednesday. |
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James Harden James Harden turns in 26/3/7/1/1 line vs. Orlando
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 6:37 PM
James Harden posted a full line on Tuesday with 26 points (8-of-16 FGs), three rebounds, seven assists, one steal, one block and four three-pointers against the Magic.
Analysis: Harden has been on a tear during this four-game winning streak. He has averaged 27.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 8.0 assists, 1.5 steals and 4.3 triples over his last four games while shooting 50 percent from the floor. He'll look to keep the hot shooting up against the Heat on Wednesday and Friday to close out the week. |
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Donovan Mitchell Mitchell scores game-high 42 points vs. Orlando
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 6:32 PM
Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 42 points (14-of-22 FGs, 11-of-11 FTs), two rebounds, three assists and three three-pointers in a 136-131 win over the Magic on Tuesday.
Analysis: Clearly, Mitchell's eye isn't impacting his shot anymore. He struggled with his shot in his two previous appearances and missed one game because of the left eye injury, but he was incredibly efficient in this game. He didn't contribute much value in other categories, but the offensive explosion was enough for him to make a big impact and lead the Cavs to a fourth straight win. Mitchell will look to stay hot with the Heat in town on Wednesday and Friday. |
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Larry Nance Larry Nance Jr. (illness) ruled out vs. Orlando
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 1:19 PM
NBA Injury Report
Larry Nance Jr. (illness) has been ruled out against the Magic on Tuesday.
Analysis: Nance was a late addition to the injury report and has now officially been ruled out. He isn't a consistent part of the Cavs' rotation, so his absence won't chance much for Cleveland. |
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Larry Nance Larry Nance Jr. (illness) questionable vs. Orlando
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 11:37 AM
NBA Injury Report
Larry Nance Jr. (illness) is questionable to play against the Magic on Tuesday.
Analysis: Being added to the injury report this close to tip-off is never a good sign. However, Nance hasn't been part of the rotation this season, so his potential absence won't alter the Cavaliers' rotation. |
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