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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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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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