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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen posts 12/7/1 line, one blocked shot
Mon, Nov 9, 2026, 3:29 PM
Jarrett Allen producted 12 points (5-of-5 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), seven rebounds, one assist, one block and one three-pointer in Monday's loss to the Hornets.
Analysis: One of the few positives for the Cavaliers on Monday was that Allen hit his third three-pointer of the season. By comparison, he shot 3-for-41 from deep over his prior five seasons. Allen isn't going to become a face-up center anytime soon, so there's no need to entertain what that could do for his fantasy value. But he didn't miss a shot from the field on Monday, which is a positive for fantasy managers rostering him. |
Xavier Cooks Meleek Thomas hits four triples, scores 18 points
Mon, Nov 9, 2026, 3:28 PM
Meleek Thomas finished Monday's loss to the Hornets with 18 points (7-of-12 FGs), three rebounds, three assists, two steals, two blocks and four three-pointers.
Analysis: With Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson benching his starters for the entire fourth quarter, reserves like Thomas took on larger roles. The rookie wing scored 12 of his 18 points in the fourth, shooting 5-of-9 from the field. The 18 points were a season high for Thomas, who has scored in double figures in six of his eight appearances. |
Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell scores 11 in disappointing loss
Mon, Nov 9, 2026, 3:28 PM
Donovan Mitchell recorded 11 points (4-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, four assists, one steal and one three-pointer in Monday's loss to the Hornets.
Analysis: Like the other Cavaliers starters, Mitchell did not play at all in the fourth quarter. He and his backcourt partner, James Harden, had brutal first halves, scoring five points each while shooting a combined 2-of-13 from the field. They were more productive in the third quarter, but the damage was already done. The good news for fantasy managers is that Cleveland plays three more games this week. |
Peyton Watson Peyton Watson finishes defeat with 13 points
Mon, Nov 9, 2026, 3:28 PM
Peyton Watson amassed 13 points (5-of-9 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, one assist and two three-pointers in Monday's loss to the Hornets.
Analysis: Watson led the Cavaliers' starters in scoring on Monday in arguably the team's most disappointing performance of the season. Head coach Kenny Atkinson decided at the end of the third that he'd seen enough, so no starter played in the final quarter. Watson and the Cavaliers will look to bounce back on Wednesday against the Knicks. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) available, will start Monday
Mon, Nov 9, 2026, 12:14 PM
Serena Winters
James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Peyton Watson, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen will start Monday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Allen is back after a two-game absence, which allows the Cavaliers to roll out their preferred starting lineup. Meleek Thomas, who started Saturday's loss to the Knicks, will come off the bench. |
Sam Merrill Sam Merrill (elbow) to remain out Monday vs. CHA
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 11:05 AM
NBA Injury Report
Sam Merrill (elbow) is out for Monday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Merrill will miss a second straight game due to what the Cavaliers are describing as right elbow injury management. In his absence, Meleek Thomas and Tyrese Proctor took on larger roles in Saturday's loss to the Knicks. Of the two, Thomas offers a higher fantasy ceiling, especially if Jarrett Allen (knee) remains out. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) questionable Monday vs. CHA
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 11:03 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jarrett Allen (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Allen has missed the Cavaliers' last two games, most recently sitting out Saturday's loss to the Knicks. Meleek Thomas started the last time out and could remain in that role if Allen can't play. |
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Peyton Watson Peyton Watson posts 12/6/2/1/2 line vs. New York
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 4:33 PM
Peyton Watson accounted for 12 points (5-of-11 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, two assists, one steal, two blocks and one three-pointer in Saturday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: After playing 28 minutes in Friday's win over the 76ers, Watson played 29 minutes on Saturday without issue. The Cavaliers forward finished with a complete stat line, including three defensive contributions. Shooting 39.1 percent from the field, Watson's production has not aligned with his ADP (118). But given his role, it isn't difficult to envision him providing top-100 value by season's end. |
Evan Mobley Evan Mobley records 12/9/4 stat line vs. Knicks
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 4:32 PM
Evan Mobley recorded 12 points (5-of-11 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), nine rebounds, five assists and one three-pointer in Saturday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: After shining in Friday's win over the 76ers and dominating his matchup against Joel Embiid, Mobley struggled against New York's Karl-Anthony Towns. The Cavaliers center shot a respectable percentage from the field on Saturday, but there were no defensive stats to speak of. If Jarrett Allen (knee) returns on Monday against the Hornets, Mobley will slide over to his usual power forward spot. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell scores game-high 37 vs. New York
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 4:32 PM
Donovan Mitchell finished Saturday's loss to the Knicks with 37 points (13-of-22 FGs, 6-of-11 FTs), four rebounds, four assists, two steals, one block and five three-pointers.
Analysis: Mitchell was outstanding on Saturday, but he didn't get much help in the 109-97 defeat. No other Cavaliers player scored more than 12 points, and James Harden (seven points, two rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one three-pointer) shot 2-of-9 from the field. Cleveland plays four games next week, starting with the Hornets on Monday. |
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Xavier Cooks CLE start Harden, Mitchell, Thomas, Watson, Mobley
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 1:33 PM
NBA Lineups
James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Meleek Thomas, Peyton Watson and Evan Mobley will start Saturday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: The Cavaliers will be without Jarrett Allen (knee) for a second straight game. However, with Sam Merrill (elbow) also out, Thomas moves into the starting lineup to complete the quintet. |
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Sam Merrill Sam Merrill (elbow) out Saturday vs. Knicks
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 7:12 AM
Sam Merrill (elbow) is out for Saturday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Merrill left Friday's game against the 76ers with an elbow injury in the first half and didn't return. He's listed as out for Saturday's game against the Knicks with what the Cavaliers are calling right elbow injury management. Meleek Thomas could get the start in Merrill's absence. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) remains out Saturday vs. Knicks
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 7:09 AM
Jarrett Allen (knee) is out for Saturday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Allen suffered a knee injury against the Thunder on Wednesday, didn't return and hasn't played since. He'll miss his second consecutive game Saturday against the Knicks. Thomas Bryant will see more minutes off the bench while Evan Mobley slides over to center in the starting lineup. |
Mario Hezonja Mario Hezonja records double-double vs. 76ers
Fri, Nov 6, 2026, 4:21 PM
Mario Hezonja tallied 15 points (6-of-13 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), 10 rebounds, one assist, one steal and two three-pointers in Friday's win over the 76ers.
Analysis: Although he didn't start on Friday, Hezonja's role grew in importance because the Cavaliers were without Jarrett Allen (knee). The 6-foot-8 forward, who is bulkier than he was during his first stint in the NBA, led the Cavaliers with 10 rebounds, recording his first double-double of the season. If Allen remains out for Saturday's game against the Knicks, Hezonja may be worthy of consideration in deep leagues as a streamer. |
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Peyton Watson Peyton Watson (hamstring) logs 28 minutes Friday
Fri, Nov 6, 2026, 4:21 PM
Peyton Watson (hamstring) accumulated 13 points (6-of-14 FGs), nine rebounds, two assists and one three-pointer in Friday's win over the 76ers.
Analysis: Back in the Cavaliers' lineup after a two-game absence, Watson started and played 28 minutes on Friday. He didn't record any defensive stats, but the Cavaliers' forward offered needed contributions on the glass. With Jarrett Allen (knee) out, Watson started at power forward, and his nine rebounds were the most among Cavaliers starters and his most in a game this season. Given the hamstring injury, we'll see if Watson plays on Saturday against the Knicks. |
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Evan Mobley Evan Mobley hits three triples, scores 22 points
Fri, Nov 6, 2026, 4:20 PM
Evan Mobley accounted for 22 points (8-of-13 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), six rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and three three-pointers in Friday's win over the 76ers.
Analysis: With Jarrett Allen (knee) out, Mobley thoroughly dominated his matchup with 76ers center Joel Embiid. While âThe Processâ missed all nine of his field-goal attempts, Mobley shot well over 50 percent from the field and recorded a complete stat line. Through nine games, his fantasy value has aligned with his preseason ADP, a good start for those who invested a third-round pick in Mobley. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell posts 23/7/8/2/1 line vs. PHI
Fri, Nov 6, 2026, 4:19 PM
Donovan Mitchell finished Friday's win over the 76ers with 23 points (7-of-18 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), seven rebounds, eight assists, two steals, one block and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Mitchell didn't have his most efficient night, shooting 1-for-6 from three and committing four turnovers. That said, category-league managers will be pleased with the Cavaliers guard's rebounds and assists. Mitchell will look to have a cleaner outing on Saturday when the Cavaliers host the Knicks in their final game of the week. |
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Sam Merrill Sam Merrill (elbow) will not return Friday vs. PHI
Fri, Nov 6, 2026, 3:11 PM
Serena Winters
Sam Merrill (elbow) will not return to Friday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Merrill started Friday's game but struggled, missing all three of his shot attempts and going scoreless with three rebounds and two steals. Unfortunately, the Cavaliers' guard injured his right elbow during the first half and will not return. Meleek Thomas started the third quarter and should play more minutes with Merrill out. |
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Donovan Mitchell Cavs to start James, Mitchell, Sam, Watson, Mobley
Fri, Nov 6, 2026, 1:05 PM
Cavs to start James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Sam Merrill, Peyton Watson, and Evan Mobley against the Sixers on Friday.
Analysis: Peyton Watson will return to action on Friday but Jarrett Allen (knee) was ruled out. The Cavs will replace Jarrett Allen and Tyrese Proctor with Sam Merrill and Peyton Watson who will have the difficult task of stopping Jaylen Brown and LeBron James. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen will not play against the Sixers
Fri, Nov 6, 2026, 12:48 PM
Danny Cunningham
Jarrett Allen (knee) will not play against the Sixers on Friday.
Analysis: This obviously is a blow to the Cavaliers front court against the Sixers front court which features Joel Embiid. We'll likely see a bump in minutes for Thomas Bryant, but we'll likely see Mobley play more center in this game and with players Peyton Watson and Sam Merrill getting a marginal bump. |
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