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Sam Merrill Sam Merrill goes off for career-high 32 points
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 3:30 PM
Cavs Notes
Sam Merrill accumulated 32 points (11-of-12 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), four rebounds, one assist, one steal, one block and nine three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: Merrill put on a shooting clinic in the first half of Wednesday's game, with the 26 points being the most he's scored in a half in his NBA career. The sharpshooter knocked down two more triples in the second half, finishing with new highs in points (32) and three-pointers (nine). With Evan Mobley (calf) expected back after the All-Star break, Merrill or Jaylon Tyson (7/5/1/1) will be asked to come off the bench. For Merrill, he's still capable of offering reliable fantasy value to those needing three-point production. |
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James Harden James Harden drops 11 assists in Cavs home debut
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 3:30 PM
James Harden amassed 13 points (1-of-4 FGs, 10-of-12 FTs), four rebounds, 11 assists, one steal and one three-pointer in Wednesday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: Playing in front of the Cavaliers faithful as a member of the team for the first time, Harden took a back seat as a scorer on Wednesday. He focused more on setting up his teammates, leading to 11 assists. Through three games in Cleveland, The Beard has accumulated 26 assists. He was responsible for six turnovers, but Harden totaled five in his first two appearances. The Cavaliers complete Week 17 with three games after the All-Star break. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen posts 21 points, nine rebounds
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 3:30 PM
Jarrett Allen finished Wednesday's win over the Wizards with 21 points (8-of-8 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), nine rebounds, one assist and two blocks.
Analysis: Allen has scored at least 21 points in each of the last three games, which aligns with the acquisition of James Harden. The two have established immediate chemistry, which has raised Allen's fantasy ceiling in the short term. The question now is what happens when Evan Mobley (calf) returns, which is expected to happen on February 19 against the Nets. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell scores 30 points vs. Washington
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 3:29 PM
Donovan Mitchell tallied 30 points (11-of-19 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), three rebounds, five assists, two steals and two three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: Mitchell notched his 27th 30-point game of the season on Wednesday, taking advantage of an overmatched Wizards squad. Since the Cavaliers added James Harden to the fold, Spida has scored at least 30 points in all three games, and Cleveland is 3-0. After the All-Star break, Mitchell and company play three more games to end Week 17, starting with the Nets on February 19. |
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Evan Mobley Atkinson: Mobley (calf) to return after break
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 11:35 AM
Danny Cunningham
Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson said on Wednesday that Evan Mobley (calf) will return right after the All-Star break.
Analysis: Injured during a January 26 win over the Magic, Mobley has been out with a strained left calf. In the immediate aftermath of his five-game absence in mid-December, the Cavaliers' forward/center came off the bench for two games before returning to the starting lineup. Ultimately, either Jaylon Tyson or Sam Merrill will head to the bench once Mobley is allowed to play without any restrictions. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade (ankle) to remain out vs. Washington
Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 12:07 PM
NBA Injury Report
Dean Wade (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Wednesday's game will be the third that Wade has missed with a sprained left ankle. Jaylon Tyson has served as the fifth starter and should continue to do so until Evan Mobley (calf) is cleared to play. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen turns in 22/13 double-double
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 6:37 PM
Jarrett Allen recorded a double-double on Monday with 22 points (10-of-16 FGs), 13 rebounds and one assist against the Nuggets.
Analysis: It seems that Allen is going to enjoy playing with James Harden. Through two games with Harden in Cleveland, Allen is averaging 25.5 points and 11.5 rebounds per game. This was his fourth straight double-double, and Cleveland has won all four games. Allen is in the midst of arguably his best stretch of production this season, and he'll look to stay hot against the Wizards on Wednesday. |
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James Harden Harden posts 22/10/7 line with four swats
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 6:34 PM
James Harden stuffed the stat sheet on Monday with 22 points (7-of-16 FGs), 10 rebounds, seven assists, four blocks and two three-pointers against the Nuggets.
Analysis: It was Donovan Mitchell that hit the game-winning free throws, but the game was only tied because Harden hit a late triple. The first two games of Harden's tenure in Cleveland have been wins, and he has been productive for fantasy managers during those. His usage has dipped slightly through the first two games, though that hasn't limited his impact in the box score. He'll look to keep it up against the Wizards on Wednesday. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell pours in 32/1/10/2/2 line
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 6:28 PM
Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 32 points (11-of-23 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), one rebound, 10 assists, two steals, two blocks and three three-pointers in a 119-117 win over the Nuggets on Monday.
Analysis: Mitchell has been a big reason that Cleveland has now won nine of their last 10 games, and he has been especially hot over their last three games. During those, he has averaged 32.0 points, 7.7 assists, 2.7 steals, 1.3 blocks and 2.7 triples per game. He hit the game-winning free throws in this one, which capped off a magnificent night. This was only his fourth double-double of the season, so managers shouldn't expect more of those often, though he should remain incredibly productive. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade (ankle) remains out vs. Denver
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 2:17 PM
Danny Cunningham
Dean Wade (ankle) has been ruled out against the Nuggets on Monday.
Analysis: This will be a second straight absence for Wade, though he did go through shootaround Monday morning, suggesting he could return soon. His next chance to play will come against the Wizards on Wednesday. One of Wade, Jaylon Tyson or Sam Merrill will head to the bench when Wade returns. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade (ankle) questionable vs. Denver
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 2:45 PM
NBA Injury Report
Dean Wade (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Wade did not play in Saturday's win over the Kings, with his absence coinciding with James Harden making his Cavaliers debut. If Wade can play on Monday, he'll likely come off the bench, which eliminates most of his fantasy value. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen had 29 points, 10 rebounds in win
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 6:49 PM
Jarrett Allen had 29 points (11-of-12 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), 10 rebounds and one assist in Saturday's win over the Kings.
Analysis: On Saturday, Allen had his ninth career game with at least 25 points while shooting at least 90 percent from the field. He trails only Wilt Chamberlain all-time with 12. Allen has now had at least 29 points in two of his last three games. The 27-year-old center has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. |
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James Harden Harden has 23 points, eight assists in Cavs debut
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 6:42 PM
James Harden had 23 points (7-of-13 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), two rebounds, eight assists, one steal and five three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Kings.
Analysis: Harden commended his new teammates for how together, connected and unselfish they are, saying he's just happy to be there. The 36-year-old point guard played his role just fine Saturday. Harden took a back seat to Donovan Mitchell when it came to scoring, but he was able to dish out eight assists in the flow of the offense and also made 5-of-8 from behind the three-point line. His fantasy value figures to remain pretty high in Cleveland. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell has 35 points in win over Kings
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 6:36 PM
Donovan Mitchell had 35 points (13-of-24 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), two rebounds, four assists, two steals, two blocks and two three-pointers in the Cavaliers' 132-126 victory over the Kings on Saturday.
Analysis: While James Harden made his debut for the Cavaliers Saturday, Mitchell made sure everyone knew whose team this still is by dropping a game-high 35 points in the win over the Kings. The 29-year-old shooting guard is tied for the third-most games with at least 35 points this season. Mitchell has provided first-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The Cavaliers have two games upcoming in Week 17, starting with a matchup against the Nuggets on Monday. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade (ankle) downgraded to out vs. SAC
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 3:44 PM
Dean Wade (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Wade was downgraded to doubtful on Saturday afternoon, so the final downgrade was expected. His absence opens a spot for James Harden, making head coach Kenny Atkinson's decision for him on who would be pushed out of the starting lineup for The Beard. |
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James Harden CLE starts Harden, Mitchell, Merrill, Tyson, Allen
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 3:25 PM
NBA Lineups
James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson and Jarrett Allen will start Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Harden is set to make his Cavaliers' debut. And to no one's surprise, he will do so as a starter. Dean Wade is listed as probable, but he may have been the player selected to go to the bench if he were healthy. Tyson remaining in the starting lineup means he remains a player worth holding in 12-team leagues. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade (ankle) downgraded to doubtful Saturday
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 10:13 AM
Dean Wade (ankle) is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Wade was initially listed as questionable, but has since been downgraded to doubtful with a left ankle sprain. He's now considered unlikely to suit up Saturday against the Kings. Expect Nae-Qwan Tomlin, who's had at least 12 points in two of the last three games, to fill in for Wade. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade (ankle) questionable vs. Sacramento
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 2:06 PM
NBA Injury Report
Dean Wade (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Wade is dealing with a sprained left ankle. With Evan Mobley (calf) still out, the Cavaliers could turn to Nae'Qwan Tomlin to fill the void if Wade can't play against the Kings. |
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Dennis Schroder Dennis Schröder records 11 points, six assists
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 6:52 PM
Dennis Schröder tallied 11 points (5-of-14 FGs), two rebounds, six assists, three steals and one three-pointer in Wednesday's win over the Clippers.
Analysis: Even though the Cavaliers didn't have James Harden for Wednesday's game, Schröder's role in his debut for the team was not far removed from what he'll be asked to do once the team is whole. He played 19 minutes, a number that may decrease once Harden is worked into the rotation, and offered decent value. Schröder can provide a spark off the bench as he did for the Pistons last season, but that won't do much for fantasy managers. |
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Keon Ellis Keon Ellis plays 18 minutes in Cavaliers debut
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 6:52 PM
Keon Ellis accounted for six points (2-of-5 FGs), three rebounds, one steal and two three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Clippers.
Analysis: While Ellis did play 20 minutes or more in each of his final four appearances with the Kings, he was not a consistent member of Doug Christie's rotation. That may not be an issue in Cleveland, given the Cavaliers' need for another defensive-minded guard. Ellis only recorded one steal on Thursday, and he'll have limited fantasy upside in his new home. However, consistent playing time should not be a major issue, which is key for a player who will be an unrestricted free agent in the summer. |
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