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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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Dean Wade Dean Wade (ankle) ruled out Wednesday vs. Miami
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 12:57 PM
Chris Fedor
Dean Wade (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Wade sprained his right ankle during his pregame individual workout, and the Cavaliers have decided to hold him out for precautionary reasons. With Max Strus and Jaylon Tyson also out, this could be a spot where Nae'Qwan Tomlin picks up additional minutes, even if he comes off the bench. |
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Larry Nance Larry Nance Jr. (illness) upgraded to available
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 12:50 PM
NBA Injury Report
Larry Nance Jr. (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Nance is good to go after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. He's unlikely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball, even if Dean Wade (ankle) cannot play. Wade sprained his right ankle during pregame warmups and is considered questionable. |
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Larry Nance Larry Nance Jr. (illness) questionable vs. Miami
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 7:28 AM
NBA Injury Report
Larry Nance Jr. (illness) is questionable to play against the Heat on Wednesday.
Analysis: Nance was a late scratch on Tuesday and could remain out against Miami. However, he rarely sees the floor when healthy, so his status won't have much of an impact on their rotation. |
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Max Strus Max Strus (foot) ruled out vs. Miami
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 7:22 AM
NBA Injury Report
Max Strus (foot) has been ruled out against the Heat on Wednesday.
Analysis: Strus isn't playing back-to-backs after missing the first five months of the season. His absence will open up extra minutes for Keon Ellis and Dean Wade, with Ellis being the better option for fantasy managers. |
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Sam Merrill Sam Merrill stays hot with 19 points vs. Orlando
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 6:40 PM
Sam Merrill remained hot on Tuesday with 19 points (6-of-11 FGs), four rebounds, one assist, two steals and two three-pointers against the Magic.
Analysis: Merrill returned from a two-game absence with a hamstring injury and has been on fire since then. During this four-game win streak, he has averaged 16.0 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.8 triples while shooting 50 percent from the floor. He's not a reliable source of production in other categories, but he has shot the ball well, and he'll look to keep it going against the Heat on Wednesday. |
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James Harden James Harden turns in 26/3/7/1/1 line vs. Orlando
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 6:37 PM
James Harden posted a full line on Tuesday with 26 points (8-of-16 FGs), three rebounds, seven assists, one steal, one block and four three-pointers against the Magic.
Analysis: Harden has been on a tear during this four-game winning streak. He has averaged 27.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 8.0 assists, 1.5 steals and 4.3 triples over his last four games while shooting 50 percent from the floor. He'll look to keep the hot shooting up against the Heat on Wednesday and Friday to close out the week. |
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Donovan Mitchell Mitchell scores game-high 42 points vs. Orlando
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 6:32 PM
Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 42 points (14-of-22 FGs, 11-of-11 FTs), two rebounds, three assists and three three-pointers in a 136-131 win over the Magic on Tuesday.
Analysis: Clearly, Mitchell's eye isn't impacting his shot anymore. He struggled with his shot in his two previous appearances and missed one game because of the left eye injury, but he was incredibly efficient in this game. He didn't contribute much value in other categories, but the offensive explosion was enough for him to make a big impact and lead the Cavs to a fourth straight win. Mitchell will look to stay hot with the Heat in town on Wednesday and Friday. |
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Larry Nance Larry Nance Jr. (illness) ruled out vs. Orlando
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 1:19 PM
NBA Injury Report
Larry Nance Jr. (illness) has been ruled out against the Magic on Tuesday.
Analysis: Nance was a late addition to the injury report and has now officially been ruled out. He isn't a consistent part of the Cavs' rotation, so his absence won't chance much for Cleveland. |
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Larry Nance Larry Nance Jr. (illness) questionable vs. Orlando
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 11:37 AM
NBA Injury Report
Larry Nance Jr. (illness) is questionable to play against the Magic on Tuesday.
Analysis: Being added to the injury report this close to tip-off is never a good sign. However, Nance hasn't been part of the rotation this season, so his potential absence won't alter the Cavaliers' rotation. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) remains out vs. Orlando
Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 11:27 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jarrett Allen (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Allen last appeared in a game on March 3, and that won't change on Tuesday. Evan Mobley's fantasy ceiling has been raised with him being the lone big man in the Cavaliers' starting lineup. |
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Evan Mobley Evan Mobley records 18/8/3/1/2 line vs. Pelicans
Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 3:36 PM
Evan Mobley recorded 18 points (8-of-10 FGs, 2-of-5 FTs), eight rebounds, three assists, one steal and two blocked shots in Saturday's win over the Pelicans.
Analysis: Mobley recorded a complete stat line while shooting 80 percent from the field in Saturday's victory. While the foul line remains problematic for those needing him to be better in that category, the Cavaliers' forward/center has provided top-20 value since the All-Star break for managers willing to punt free throw percentage. |
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James Harden James Harden posts 20 points, 10 assists vs. NOP
Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 3:36 PM
James Harden amassed 20 points (8-of-17 FGs), six rebounds, 10 assists, one steal, one block and four three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Pelicans.
Analysis: Having scored at least 20 points in three straight games, Harden's double-double on Saturday was his first since a March 8 loss to the Celtics. Cleveland has been down some players recently, and that certainly hasn't helped. However, Harden has provided top-25 value in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. Cleveland is off until Tuesday, when it opens a three-game week against the Magic. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell (eye) scores game-high 27 points
Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 3:34 PM
Donovan Mitchell (eye) finished Saturday's win over the Pelicans with 27 points (9-of-23 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), seven rebounds, three assists, one steal and three three-pointers.
Analysis: Mitchell played through a bloodshot left eye, which may have factored into his poor shooting night. However, he still put up 27 points, and fantasy managers can also benefit from the rebounds, assists and three-pointers. Unfortunately, the Cavaliers don't have a great Week 22 schedule, as they play three games, with the last falling on Friday. Three games of Mitchell is better than four games of most players fantasy-wise, but fantasy managers certainly hoped for a better schedule. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell available, Jaylon Tyson out
Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 12:18 PM
Chris Fedor
Donovan Mitchell (eye) is available for Saturday's game against the Pelicans, while Jaylon Tyson (toe) is out.
Analysis: Mitchell is back after a one-game absence, while the player who replaced him in the lineup on Thursday will not play. Tyson's absence will not have a significant impact on fantasy basketball due to Mitchell's return. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell, Jaylon Tyson questionable
Fri, Mar 20, 2026, 12:13 PM
NBA Injury Report
Donovan Mitchell (eye) and Jaylon Tyson (toe) are questionable for Saturday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: While Mitchell was held out of Thursday's win over the Bulls, Tyson started but had to exit in the fourth quarter after spraining his left great toe. If Mitchell can play on Saturday, Tyson will head to the bench if available to play. |
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