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James Harden James Harden dishes out seven assists vs. MIL
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 4:26 PM
James Harden accumulated 13 points (4-of-8 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, seven assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Bucks.
Analysis: With the Cavaliers getting dominant efforts from Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, they didn't need much from Harden or Donovan Mitchell (15/4/3 with two three-pointers) on Saturday. However, fantasy managers rostering either guard likely hoped for more production. Harden played 26 minutes on Saturday, checking out for the last time with 2:45 remaining in the third quarter. |
Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen posts 25/11/4/1 line vs. Bucks
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 4:23 PM
Jarrett Allen tallied 25 points (12-of-16 FGs, 1-of-4 FTs), 11 rebounds, four assists and one steal in Saturday's win over the Bucks.
Analysis: Not only did Allen record his first double-double of the season on Saturday, but the 25 points were a season-high for the Cavaliers' center. He scored 19 of his 25 points in the first half, shooting 9-of-12 from the field. Shooting 65.5 percent from the field thus far, Allen has provided greater value than many fantasy managers expected before the season began. |
Evan Mobley Evan Mobley scores game-high 27 points vs. Bucks
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 4:20 PM
Evan Mobley finished Saturday's win over the Bucks with 27 points (11-of-16 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), five rebounds, three assists, one steal and three three-pointers.
Analysis: Cleveland removed most of the drama from Saturday's game with a 48-point second quarter, led by Mobley. Shooting 5-of-5 from the field, he scored 13 points in the quarter, and frontcourt sidekick Jarrett Allen added nine. Mobley played just one minute in the fourth quarter, or his stat line could have been more robust. The Cavaliers play four games next week, starting with the undermanned Thunder on Monday (home) and Wednesday (away). |
Xavier Cooks Meleek Thomas (foot) upgraded to available Sat.
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 1:22 PM
NBA Injury Report
Meleek Thomas (foot) is available for Saturday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: A few hours after being upgraded from questionable to probable, Thomas is available for Saturday's game. He'll take on the bench role he filled in his first two appearances, averaging 13.0 points per game. |
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Xavier Cooks Meleek Thomas (foot) probable Saturday vs. Bucks
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 8:34 AM
Meleek Thomas (foot) is probable for Saturday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Thomas missed Thursday's loss to the Hawks, but is trending in the right direction for Saturday's game against the Bucks. He'll have a role off the bench if he's available. |
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Xavier Cooks Meleek Thomas (foot) questionable Saturday vs. MIL
Fri, Oct 30, 2026, 10:51 AM
NBA Injury Report
Meleek Thomas (foot) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Thomas did not play in Thursday's loss to the Hawks, which factored into Tyrese Proctor logging 20 minutes off the bench. With Jaylon Tyson (ankle) unavailable, Proctor may remain in the rotation if Thomas is cleared to play on Saturday. |
Sam Merrill Sam Merrill scores 16 points off bench vs. Hawks
Thu, Oct 29, 2026, 4:44 PM
Sam Merrill provided a boost off the bench with 16 points (6-of-11 FGs), two rebounds, three assists, one steal and four three-pointers against the Hawks on Thursday.
Analysis: Merrill is a nice shooting option to have off the bench, but he hasn't been as productive this year as he was last season, when he averaged 3.0 triples per game. This was the first time he surpassed two threes in a game this year, which resulted in his first double-digit scoring performance. He'll have some big nights, but his upside will be capped as a reserve. Barring an injury to a starter, he won't be a consistent producer in fantasy basketball this year. |
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James Harden James Harden scores team-high 24 points in loss
Thu, Oct 29, 2026, 4:39 PM
James Harden led the Cavaliers with 24 points (7-of-14 FGs), five rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in a 114-111 loss to the Hawks on Thursday.
Analysis: Harden has been underwhelming this season, with his scoring, assists and shooting efficiency all down. However, he was able to get his shot going in this one, and he ended up scoring at least 20 points for the first time this season while also having his best field goal percentage of the season. However, the trade-off was a new season low for assists. Harden should be better as the season progresses, but he may not play to his third-round ADP. |
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Xavier Cooks Meleek Thomas (foot) ruled out vs. Atlanta
Thu, Oct 29, 2026, 1:28 PM
Serena Winters
Meleek Thomas (foot) has been ruled out against the Hawks on Thursday.
Analysis: Thomas has been playing a large role off the bench lately for Cleveland, but he won't be available for this game. In his absence, Tyrese Proctor and Craig Porter Jr. may take on a few extra minutes, though neither will play enough to warrant a roster spot in fantasy basketball. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen tallies 12 rebounds, three blocks
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 3:54 PM
Jarrett Allen produced eight points (3-of-6 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 12 rebounds, two assists, one steal and three blocks in Wednesday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: In addition to hitting double figures in rebounds for the first time this season, Allen recorded new highs in boards and blocks in Wednesday's victory. His six shot attempts were the fewest for him in a game this season, and that category has declined in each of Cleveland's first four games. Fantasy managers shouldn't worry too much about Allen's shot attempts, but it's worth watching given the firepower in Cleveland's starting lineup. |
Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell posts 19 points, seven assists
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 3:51 PM
Donovan Mitchell finished Wednesday's win over the Wizards with 19 points (6-of-13 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), five rebounds, seven assists, two steals and two three-pointers.
Analysis: After a relatively inefficient first half, Mitchell was better after halftime. He scored 10 points on 4-of-8 shooting and recorded four assists and one turnover. By comparison, Mitchell shot 2-of-5 from the field and committed four turnovers in the first half. This was his first game this season not scoring at least 20 points, and Mitchell will look to start a new streak on Thursday against the Hawks. |
Peyton Watson Peyton Watson scores season-high 22 points vs. WAS
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 3:46 PM
Peyton Watson amassed 22 points (9-of-17 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one three-pointer in Wednesday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: Watson's point total has increased in each of his first four games as a Cavalier, and he notched his first 20-point game with the team on Wednesday. He took the second-most shots on the team, behind James Harden, and scored 16 of his 22 points before halftime. Watson's overall stat line was solid, and he has two more games this week, starting with the Hawks on Thursday. |
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Evan Mobley Evan Mobley finishes with game-high 24 points
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 3:43 PM
Evan Mobley accumulated 24 points (8-of-12 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), 12 rebounds, two assists and five three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: For the first time since last December, Mobley has recorded at least three consecutive double-doubles. Against the Wizards, he established new season highs in points and rebounds. Mobley recorded no defensive stats on Wednesday, but he shot 5-of-6 from beyond the arc. Over the last two games, Mobley has gone 9-of-11 from deep, and he's 12-of-18 for the season. Four games is a small sample, but Mobley spacing the floor better than in past seasons could be a game-changer for him and the Cavaliers. |
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James Harden James Harden records 22 points, nine assists
Mon, Oct 26, 2026, 4:20 PM
James Harden produced 22 points (8-of-18 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, nine assists, two steals and four three-pointers in Monday's win over the Timberwolves.
Analysis: After scoring two points on 1-of-6 shooting in the first half, Harden stepped up in the second half. He scored 20 points after halftime, 15 of them in the third and fourth quarters. Harden scored five of Cleveland's 14 points in overtime, helping the Cavaliers hand Minnesota its first loss of the season. |
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Peyton Watson Peyton Watson posts 15 points, seven 'stocks'
Mon, Oct 26, 2026, 4:18 PM
Peyton Watson accumulated 15 points (5-of-13 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), eight rebounds, one assist, three steals and four blocks in Monday's win over the Timberwolves.
Analysis: After two quiet outings to begin his time with the Cavaliers, Watson had his best all-around performance on Monday. While the field-goal percentage may not have been as high as some fantasy managers would hope, the rebounds, steals and blocks were a great way for Watson to begin Week 2. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell scores team-high 26 points
Mon, Oct 26, 2026, 4:16 PM
Donovan Mitchell accounted for 26 points (10-of-21 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), five rebounds, seven assists, two steals, one block and five three-pointers in Monday's win over the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Cleveland had the ârest advantageâ for Monday's game, as Minnesota played the day prior, and that may have eventually caught up to the Timberwolves. Mitchell scored 12 of his 26 points in the second half, including seven in the fourth quarter. Shooting 5-of-9 from beyond the arc, Spida finished with a complete stat line in the 127-125 overtime win, a good start to Week 2. |
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Xavier Cooks Meleek Thomas scores 16 points in NBA debut
Mon, Oct 26, 2026, 4:04 PM
Meleek Thomas tallied 16 points (6-of-10 FGs), two rebounds, one steal and four three-pointers in Monday's win over the Timberwolves.
Analysis: After sitting out Cleveland's first two games, Thomas checked into Monday's contest with 5:53 left in the first quarter. The rookie wing wasn't bashful, shooting 3-of-5 from the field and scoring eight points in the period. Thomas' 16 points were the third-most on the team, behind Donovan Mitchell and James Harden. While he did most of his damage in two categories, points and three-pointers, Thomas may have done enough to stick in the rotation. |
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Xavier Cooks Khalifa Diop (knee) out Monday vs. Minnesota
Sun, Oct 25, 2026, 7:58 AM
NBA Injury Report
Khalifa Diop (knee) is out for Monday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Due to left knee injury management, Diop has not made his NBA debut since signing a multi-year deal with the Cavaliers in September. His continued absence won't affect Cleveland's frontcourt rotation. |
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Evan Mobley Evan Mobley posts 20/10/4/2/3 line vs. Nets
Sat, Oct 24, 2026, 5:01 PM
Evan Mobley stuffed the stat sheet on Saturday with 20 points (7-of-12 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), 10 rebounds, four assists, two steals, three blocks and two three-pointers in a 125-121 win over the Nets.
Analysis: Mobley was underwhelming in the season opener on Thursday, but he was able to showcase the uniqueness of his game in this one. He did a little bit of everything for fantasy managers, though the free throw percentage was rough. That's never been a strength for Mobley, but he made up for it with a double-double to go with the defensive production, passing and deep-range shooting. If this is the level of production Mobley provides this year, he'll finally reach the levels it seemed like he'd reach after his rookie year. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen provides 21 points vs. Brooklyn
Sat, Oct 24, 2026, 4:54 PM
Jarrett Allen lit up the Nets with 21 points (7-of-8 FGs), eight rebounds, two steals, one block and one three-pointer on Saturday.
Analysis: Allen only hit one three-pointer last season, and the last time he hit more than one in a single year was during the 2020-21 season. He got his triple out of the way early this year. Perhaps he'll get more than that throughout the year, but managers shouldn't expect it. However, the efficient field goal percentage, rebounds and defensive production are all things he can provide consistently, though this was certainly a high-level outing for him. |
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