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Evan Mobley Evan Mobley records 26/14/3/1 line vs. Chicago
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 4:53 PM
Evan Mobley tallied 26 points (12-of-19 FGs, 2-of-6 FTs), 14 rebounds, three assists and one steal in Thursday's win over the Bulls.
Analysis: Mobley and the Cavaliers have played seven games since losing Jarrett Allen to a knee injury, and he has been excellent. Over the past two weeks, Mobley has averaged 22.4 points, 10.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 2.1 blocks per game while shooting 61.1 percent from the foul line. The issue for him has been the foul shooting, with Mobley making 44.1 percent of his attempts during this stretch. However, given how productive he has been, fantasy managers will be fine with the poor foul shooting. |
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James Harden James Harden drops 36 points, nine assists
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 4:53 PM
James Harden recorded 36 points (10-of-23 FGs, 9-of-11 FTs), seven rebounds, nine assists, two steals, one block and seven three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Bulls.
Analysis: With no Donovan Mitchell, the Cavaliers needed more scoring from Harden, and he answered the call. The Beard finished with his second 30-point game since joining the team, and the 36 were the most in a game for him since reaching that number in a January 16 win over the Wizards while still a member of the Clippers. The Cavs return to action on Saturday against the Pelicans in their final game of Week 21. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell (eye) out, Jaylon Tyson starting
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 1:17 PM
Chris Fedor
Donovan Mitchell (eye) has been ruled out against the Bulls on Thursday.
Analysis: Mitchell played through the eye contusion on Tuesday, but he struggled with his shot. He'll get the night off to continue recovering, which will hopefully allow him to play against the Pelicans on Saturday. Jaylon Tyson will get the starting nod in his place. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell (eye) questionable vs. Chicago
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 10:11 AM
NBA Injury Report
Donovan Mitchell (eye) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Mitchell is dealing with a left eye contusion, casting some doubt on his status for Thursday's game. With Max Strus' playing time still restricted, he, Keon Ellis and Dennis Schröder could all take on more minutes if Mitchell doesn't play. |
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Evan Mobley Evan Mobley pours in 27/15 double-double
Tue, Mar 17, 2026, 5:51 PM
Evan Mobley recorded a double-double on Tuesday with 27 points (12-of-21 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), 15 rebounds, two assists and three blocks against the Bucks.
Analysis: Mobley's struggles from the free throw line continued, but he was able to turn in a monster performance aside from that. He set a new season-high for rebounds and was effective as a shot blocker once again. Mobley hasn't been as effective this season, mostly because his production hasn't been consistent, but he has had plenty of excellent outings. He'll look to carry this into Thursday's game against the Bulls. |
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James Harden James Harden scores 27 points vs. Milwaukee
Tue, Mar 17, 2026, 5:43 PM
James Harden lit up the Bucks with 27 points (7-of-10 FGs, 11-of-13 FTs), five rebounds, six assists, two steals and two three-pointers in a 123-116 win on Tuesday.
Analysis: After two straight quieter nights as a scorer, Harden had a strong night in this one with his second-highest scoring night since being traded to the Cavs. That was enough to help them bounce back after a loss to the Mavericks on Sunday despite a rough night from Donovan Mitchell. Harden will look to keep it going over the final two games of this three-game road trip, with the Bulls up next on Thursday. |
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Sam Merrill CLE starting Harden, Don, Merrill, Wade, Mobley
Tue, Mar 17, 2026, 1:37 PM
Cleveland Cavaliers
James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Sam Merrill, Dean Wade and Evan Mobley will start against the Bucks on Tuesday.
Analysis: Merrill is back after missing two games, and he will immediately return to the starting unit. That will push Keon Ellis back to the bench. Ellis has been productive recently as both a starter and reserve and should continue to contribute off the bench. |
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Sam Merrill Sam Merrill (hamstring) available Tuesday vs. MIL
Tue, Mar 17, 2026, 1:10 PM
Sam Merrill (hamstring) is available for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Merrill is set to return after a two-game absence with left hamstring tightness. With Keon Ellis and Max Strus getting starts while Merrill was sidelined, it's no guarantee that he's re-inserted into the starting lineup against the Bucks on Tuesday. |
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Sam Merrill Sam Merrill (hamstring) questionable vs. Milwaukee
Mon, Mar 16, 2026, 12:53 PM
NBA Injury Report
Sam Merrill (hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Merrill has missed the last two games with tightness in his left hamstring. Keon Ellis moved into the starting lineup in his absence and may continue to do so. However, Max Strus (foot) made his season debut on Sunday and played extremely well. Ultimately, he may be the fifth starter once the Cavaliers are back to full strength. |
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Craig Porter Craig Porter Jr. (groin) to miss 1-3 weeks
Mon, Mar 16, 2026, 12:50 PM
NBA Injury Report
The Cavaliers announced on Monday that Craig Porter (groin) will be out for one to three weeks.
Analysis: Porter strained his left groin during Friday's win over the Mavericks in Dallas. While his absence leaves the Cavaliers down an option at the point guard position, they should have enough depth to compensate. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) to miss three-game road trip
Mon, Mar 16, 2026, 12:44 PM
Danny Cunningham
Jarrett Allen (knee) will not be available for the next three games.
Analysis: Allen, who has not appeared in a game since March 3, will remain out for all three games of Cleveland's road trip that begins in Milwaukee on Tuesday. In his absence, the Cavaliers have used Evan Mobley as their starting center, with Keon Ellis being the fifth starter the last two games due to Sam Merrill's hamstring injury. With Max Strus back from a foot injury, there could come a point when he's starting instead of Ellis. |
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Max Strus Max Strus hits six triples in season debut
Sun, Mar 15, 2026, 12:07 PM
Max Strus recorded 24 points (7-of-9 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), eight rebounds, one assist and six three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: Sunday was Strus's first appearance of the season, and the Cavaliers' guard looked incredibly sharp. He hit three three-pointers in his first stint on the floor and finished with 24 points. Strus played 22 minutes, and it isn't difficult to envision his playing time increasing at some point during the fantasy playoff weeks. Cleveland has been without Sam Merrill recently, so getting Strus back is a big deal, even with Sunday's defeat. |
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Evan Mobley Evan Mobley posts 18 points, four blocked shots
Sun, Mar 15, 2026, 12:06 PM
Evan Mobley accumulated 18 points (8-of-14 FGs, 2-of-5 FTs), 11 rebounds, four assists and four blocked shots in Sunday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: Mobley finished Sunday's defeat with his second double-double in three games and 21st of the season, and he's blocked multiple shots in four of his last five games. Interestingly, Jarrett Allen's absence has not given Mobley's fantasy value the boost many hoped for. Mobley has provided eighth-round value over his last five games; shooting 43.5 percent from the foul line doesn't help. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell scores team-high 26 points
Sun, Mar 15, 2026, 12:06 PM
Cleveland Cavaliers
Donovan Mitchell tallied 26 points (10-of-24 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), one rebound, 11 assists, two steals and four three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: Mitchell made some history on Sunday, surpassing the 15,000-point mark for his NBA career. He's the fifth player to accomplish that feat amongst players entering the league in 2017. Fantasy managers will also be pleased with the 11 assists, the most in a game for Mitchell since January 16, with this being his third game of the season with at least ten helpers. The Cavaliers play three games in Week 21, starting with the Bucks on Tuesday. |
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Max Strus Max Strus (foot) to make season debut Sunday
Sun, Mar 15, 2026, 8:37 AM
Cleveland Cavaliers
Max Strus (foot) is available for Sunday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: For the first time this season, Strus is available to play. While no specifics have been provided on a minutes limit, fantasy managers should not expect him to take on a full workload in his first few games back. Sam Merrill (hamstring) is out, so Strus can take on some of those minutes. |
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Max Strus Max Strus (foot) probable Sunday vs. Dallas
Sat, Mar 14, 2026, 1:43 PM
NBA Injury Report
Max Strus (foot) is probable for Sunday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Strus is on track to make his season debut on Sunday. While he'll provide shooting, especially with Sam Merrill (hamstring) out, fantasy managers should expect Strus' playing time to be limited in his first few games back. |
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Craig Porter Craig Porter Jr. (groin) ruled out vs. Dallas
Sat, Mar 14, 2026, 1:20 PM
NBA Injury Report
Craig Porter Jr. (groin) is out for Sunday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Porter is out with a strained groin, and the injury may cost him multiple games. While his absence alone doesn't affect fantasy basketball, it does leave the Cavaliers down another option on the perimeter. James Harden and Dennis Schröder will continue to handle point guard duties, as they do when Porter is healthy. |
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Sam Merrill Sam Merrill (hamstring) to remain out vs. Dallas
Sat, Mar 14, 2026, 1:14 PM
NBA Injury Report
Sam Merrill (hamstring) is out for Sunday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Merrill will miss a second straight game with left hamstring tightness. Keon Ellis moved into the starting lineup on Friday and should retain that role, which raises his fantasy ceiling. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) ruled out Sunday vs. Dallas
Sat, Mar 14, 2026, 1:12 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jarrett Allen (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Allen's continued absence means the Cavaliers will continue to use Evan Mobley as their starting center. Also, with Sam Merrill (hamstring) out, Keon Ellis is in line to be the fifth starter. |
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Evan Mobley Evan Mobley tallies game-high 29 points vs. Dallas
Fri, Mar 13, 2026, 3:58 PM
Evan Mobley accounted for 29 points (12-of-15 FGs, 3-of-7 FTs), seven rebounds, two assists, one steal and two three-pointers in Friday's win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: Mobley had an excellent night at the office in Dallas, except for the foul shooting. The Cavaliers' forward/center shot 80 percent from the field and finished a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Dallas potentially having Daniel Gafford for Sunday's rematch could make things a bit more challenging for Mobley, but it would be unsurprising if he had a big day to end Week 20. |
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