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James Harden James Harden tallies 19 points, five assists
Thu, Apr 2, 2026, 6:47 PM
James Harden recorded 19 points (7-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, five assists and three three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Warriors.
Analysis: Harden's night in San Francisco wasn't as prolific as one would expect, but he was available when the Cavaliers needed him most. Down the stretch, the two-man game between and center Jarrett Allen (16 points, 13 rebounds and one steal) produced some key baskets to help Cleveland remain one game in the loss column behind New York for third place in the East. The Cavaliers are off until Sunday, when they host the lottery-bound Pacers. That could be a game where Harden gets his gaudy assist numbers. |
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Max Strus Max Strus hits six three-pointers vs. Golden State
Thu, Apr 2, 2026, 6:46 PM
Max Strus accounted for 24 points (9-of-14 FGs), five rebounds, two assists and six three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Warriors.
Analysis: Over his last four appearances, Strus has shot 20-of-36 from beyond the arc. He made six of his ten attempts on Thursday, surpassing 20 points for the second time in three games. With Sam Merrill (3/2/5/1 with one three-pointer) struggling and Dean Wade (ankle) still out, Strus has taken on added fantasy value. And there's one more game in Week 23, with the Cavaliers hosting the Pacers on Sunday. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell scores 25 in win over Warriors
Thu, Apr 2, 2026, 6:46 PM
Donovan Mitchell finished Thursday's win over the Warriors with 25 points (7-of-14 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), six rebounds, three assists, two steals, one block and four three-pointers.
Analysis: Mitchell led six Cavaliers in double figures as they managed to pull away from the Warriors late. And this was an excellent night to have the star guard rostered, as he finished with a complete stat line and excellent shooting percentages. Cleveland's Week 23 schedule was front-loaded, with three games in the first four days. They'll finish the week on Sunday against the Pacers in what should be a good matchup for Mitchell. |
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Sam Merrill Sam Merrill (hamstring) no longer on injury report
Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 1:09 PM
NBA Injury Report
Sam Merrill (hamstring) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: Merrill appears to be on track to play on Thursday after missing Tuesday's game against the Lakers. The sixth-year guard has been featured as a starter in the backcourt most recently, and his return to the lineup could potentially send Max Strus back to the bench. Merrill is averaging 12.9 points and 3.1 three-pointers per game this season. |
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Max Strus Max Strus scores 11 points in loss to Lakers
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 7:00 PM
Max Strus started on Tuesday and contributed 11 points (4-of-8 FGs), three rebounds, one assist and three three-pointers against the Lakers.
Analysis: Strus was back in the lineup after sitting out the first leg of this back-to-back, and he ended up starting for the first time this season. He wasn't able to match his season-high 29 points that he scored on Friday, but he remained efficient. Still, the lopsided score limited him to 23 minutes, so it ended up being a subpar night. If he remains a starter when Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson and Dean Wade are all healthy, Strus should be a reliable option for fantasy managers for the rest of the season. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen scores 18 points vs. Los Angeles
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 6:56 PM
Jarrett Allen led the Cavaliers with 18 points (9-of-11 FGs), four rebounds, two assists and one steal in a 127-113 loss to the Lakers on Tuesday.
Analysis: Allen sat the first leg of this back-to-back, but he was able to lead the Cavaliers in scoring in his return to the lineup. All 18 of his points came before halftime, and he didn't end up seeing the floor much after the break. This was an ugly loss for the Cavs that was somewhat redeemed on the scoreboard during the fourth quarter. Allen only played 19 minutes in this game after playing 18 in his return on Friday, though both games were blowouts. He'll likely continue to have his minutes managed in Golden State on Thursday. |
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Max Strus CLE starting Harden, Mitchell, Strus, Mobley, JA
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 4:03 PM
Cleveland Cavaliers
James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Max Strus, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen will start against the Lakers on Tuesday.
Analysis: Allen will be back in his typical starting spot, and with Sam Merrill out, Allen will just be filling the void. The change will be Strus replacing Keon Ellis in what will be his first start of the season. Strus lit it up with 29 points in his most recent appearance and will look to stay hot in a larger role. |
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Max Strus Max Strus (foot) off injury report vs. LAL
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 10:34 AM
NBA Injury Report
Max Strus (foot) is not on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: Strus sat out of the first leg of this back-to-back to ensure he was available to play against Los Angeles. He scored a season-high 29 points in his most recent appearance and will look to stay hot off the bench in this one. |
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Sam Merrill Sam Merrill (hamstring) ruled out vs. Los Angeles
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 10:29 AM
NBA Injury Report
Sam Merrill (hamstring) has been ruled out against the Lakers on Tuesday.
Analysis: Merrill played 28 minutes as a starter on Monday, but he will be held out for the second leg of this back-to-back. Keon Ellis started in place of Jarrett Allen on Monday, but with Merrill out, he should continue to start, even with Allen back. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) off injury report vs. Lakers
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 10:26 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jarrett Allen (knee) is not on the injury report against the Lakers on Tuesday.
Analysis: Allen sat out on Monday, which was the first leg of a back-to-back. He'll return to take on Los Angeles, though with Sam Merrill (hamstring) sidelined, Keon Ellis could remain in the starting unit for a second straight game. |
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Keon Ellis Keon Ellis scores 13 points in spot start vs. Utah
Mon, Mar 30, 2026, 5:52 PM
Keon Ellis tallied 13 points (6-of-10 FGs), two rebounds, one assist, two steals, one block and one three-pointer in Monday's win over the Jazz.
Analysis: With Jarrett Allen (knee) unavailable, Ellis moved into the Cavaliers' starting lineup on Monday. The production was adequate, as he logged 32 minutes and recorded a complete stat line. With Allen and Max Strus both expected to be available for Tuesday's game against the Lakers, there isn't much to gain from holding onto Ellis in most leagues. |
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James Harden James Harden dishes out 14 assists vs. Utah
Mon, Mar 30, 2026, 5:50 PM
James Harden recorded 13 points (4-of-9 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, 14 assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in Monday's win over the Jazz.
Analysis: On a night when Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell scored 34 points each, Harden had one of his most productive nights as a Cavalier in the assist category. He has reached double figures in that category five times since being traded to Cleveland, including each of the team's last two games. In wins over the Heat and Jazz, The Beard accumulated 28 assists and two turnovers. Cleveland plays three more games in Week 23, starting with the Lakers on Tuesday. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell scores 34 points vs. Utah
Mon, Mar 30, 2026, 5:50 PM
Donovan Mitchell accounted for 34 points (10-of-18 FGs, 11-of-12 FTs), two rebounds, five assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Monday's win over the Jazz.
Analysis: Coming off one of his worst performances of the season, Mitchell may have been thrilled to see the lottery-bound Jazz on the schedule. While the Cavaliers managed to beat the Heat on March 27, Spida shot 1-of-10 from the field, finishing with six points. He did not run into much resistance on Monday, shooting over 50 percent from the field. Mitchell was also responsible for five assists and three three-pointers in an excellent start to his Week 23. |
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Evan Mobley Evan Mobley drops 34 points, 17 rebounds vs. Utah
Mon, Mar 30, 2026, 5:49 PM
Evan Mobley finished Monday's win over the Jazz with 34 points (15-of-21 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), 17 rebounds, three assists, one steal and three blocks.
Analysis: With Jarrett Allen (knee) getting the night off, Mobley was dominant in the opener of Cleveland's three-game road trip. In addition to shooting over 70 percent from the field, he provided excellent value in rebounds and blocked shots. Mobley's season-long fantasy value has not been what most fantasy managers expected before the season began. However, he's still capable of big nights, especially when Allen is not available. The Cavaliers should have both of their bigs available for Tuesday's game against the Lakers. |
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Craig Porter Craig Porter Jr. (groin) available vs. Utah
Mon, Mar 30, 2026, 2:37 PM
Danny Cunningham
Craig Porter Jr. (groin) is available for Monday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Sidelined by a groin injury, Porter is available to make his first appearance in a game since March 13. While there may be a few rotation minutes available, Porter is unlikely to get the run needed to affect fantasy basketball. |
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Keon Ellis CLE: Harden, Mitchell, Merrill, Ellis, Mobley
Mon, Mar 30, 2026, 2:33 PM
Cleveland Cavaliers
James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Sam Merrill, Keon Ellis and Evan Mobley will start Monday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: The Cavaliers won't have Jarrett Allen for Monday's game, as it's the first of two in as many nights. Ellis moves into the starting lineup, and he's worth a look in deep leagues due to the matchup. |
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Max Strus Max Strus (foot) ruled out vs. Utah
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 11:28 AM
NBA Injury Report
Max Strus (foot) is out for Monday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Monday's game is the first of two in as many nights for the Cavaliers, who visit the Lakers on Tuesday. Strus will sit on Monday, conceivably to ensure he's good to go for what projects to be a more challenging matchup. Sam Merrill, who has been in the starting lineup, takes on added importance with Strus unavailable. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) ruled out vs. Utah
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 11:23 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jarrett Allen (knee) is out for Monday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Monday's game is the first of two in as many nights for the Cavaliers, who visit the Lakers on Tuesday. As a result, it makes sense that Allen would sit on Monday for injury management reasons. Evan Mobley will shift to the center position, with Keon Ellis being a potential replacement in the starting lineup. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade, Jaylon Tyson to miss 3-game road trip
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 6:41 AM
Cleveland Cavaliers
Dean Wade (ankle) and Jaylon Tyson (toe) have been ruled out for the Cavaliers' three-game road trip that begins on Monday against the Jazz.
Analysis: Wade has missed Cleveland's last two games with a sprained right ankle, while a left great toe bone bruise has sidelined Tyson for the last four. According to the Cavaliers, they'll continue their respective rehabilitation processes in Cleveland while the team hits the road for a three-game trip that concludes on Thursday against the Warriors. Sam Merrill has served as the fifth starter in Wade's absence, while Max Strus offers value despite coming off the bench. |
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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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