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Keon Ellis Keon Ellis contributes 19 points, four triples
Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 3:32 PM
Keon Ellis amassed 19 points (5-of-9 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), two rebounds, one steal and four three-pointers in Monday's win over the 76ers.
Analysis: Ellis entered Monday's game having totaled 11 points on 4-of-11 shooting in his previous three appearances. The Cavaliers guard had his most productive night since joining the team via trade, with the 19 points being the most in a game for Ellis since a 21-point effort against the Mavericks as a member of the Kings. While Monday's performance was excellent, Ellis is more valuable to the Cavaliers than to fantasy managers given his current role. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade records 13/10/2 line with two blocks
Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 3:32 PM
Dean Wade tallied 13 points (5-of-9 FGs), 10 rebounds, two assists, one block and three three-pointers in Monday's win over the 76ers.
Analysis: Like Donovan Mitchell, Wade was available for both games of Cleveland's back-to-back after missing time with an injury. However, unlike the star guard, Wade was limited to 20 minutes on Monday. That was all the time he needed to record his first double-double of the season. As long as Jarrett Allen (knee) is out, Wade will have a slightly higher fantasy ceiling, but he isn't guaranteed to reach it consistently. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell posts 17 points, six assists
Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 3:31 PM
Donovan Mitchell accounted for 17 points (4-of-11 FGs, 9-of-9 FTs), three rebounds, six assists and two steals in Monday's win over the 76ers.
Analysis: After playing 33 minutes in his first game back from a strained groin on Sunday, Mitchell logged 31 minutes against the 76ers. Compared to his stat line against the Celtics, the seven-time All-Star's production on Monday was a bit muted. However, category league managers can use the assists and steals, and two of Cleveland's final three games of Week 20 are against the lottery-bound Mavericks. |
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James Harden James Harden surpasses 29K career points in win
Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 3:31 PM
James Harden finished Monday's win over the 76ers with 21 points (6-of-11 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), five rebounds, five assists, one block and three three-pointers.
Analysis: After recording a double-in Sunday's loss to the Celtics, Harden notched a career milestone against the 76ers. With a first-quarter free throw, The Beard scored the 29,000th point of his NBA career. All that his stat line missed was a blocked shot, with Harden putting forth an efficient stat line in the 115-101 victory. The Cavaliers have three more games in Week 20, starting with the Magic on Wednesday. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade (ankle) available vs. Philadelphia
Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 12:19 PM
NBA Injury Report
Dean Wade (ankle) is available for Monday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Having started Sunday's loss to the Celtics after a three-game absence due to a sprained ankle, Wade will play the second game of Cleveland's home back-to-back. He'll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, with Sam Merrill serving as the fifth starter due to Jarrett Allen (knee) being out. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) out Monday vs. Philadelphia
Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 9:44 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jarrett Allen (knee) is out for Monday's matchup with the 76ers.
Analysis: Allen will miss a second straight game, and it's unclear when he'll be available to return. Until Allen is back in action, Evan Mobley and Dean Wade should hold things down in Cleveland's frontcourt with Sam Merrill and Jaylon Tyson earning extra run. Thomas Bryant could log some extra playing time off the bench. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell (groin) good to go Monday
Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 9:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Donovan Mitchell (groin) is off the injury report for Monday's matchup with the 76ers.
Analysis: Mitchell went off for 30/7/5/1/2 in Sunday's loss to the Celtics, and he'll be available for the second leg of Cleveland's back-to-back set. Expect Spida to handle his usual workload to kick off Cleveland's four-game Week 20. |
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James Harden James Harden posts 19 points, 10 assists vs. BOS
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 9:42 AM
James Harden accumulated 19 points (6-of-16 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), four rebounds, 10 assists and three three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Celtics.
Analysis: Harden started slowly on Sunday, shooting 2-of-6 from the field and scoring six points in the first half. Like many of his teammates, The Beard was better in the second half, but the hole Cleveland found itself in early in the third quarter was too deep to climb out of. Harden did dish out 10 assists without recording a turnover, the first time he's done so since joining the Cavaliers. Over his past two games, the former MVP totaled 15 assists and ten turnovers. Cleveland plays four games in Week 20, starting with the 76ers on Monday. |
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Evan Mobley Evan Mobley tallies 24 points, three blocks
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 9:42 AM
Evan Mobley finished Sunday's loss to the Celtics with 24 points (10-of-19 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), eight rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Mobley, serving as the starting center with Jarrett Allen (knee) unavailable, had an excellent afternoon despite the Cavaliers' 109-98 defeat. Shooting over 50 percent from the field, the 6-foot-11 forward/center was also responsible for eight rebounds and three blocked shots. With the Cavaliers hosting the 76ers on Monday, the boost to Mobley's fantasy value would remain if Allen has to miss another game. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell drops game-high 30 points
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 9:41 AM
Donovan Mitchell accounted for 30 points (9-of-18 FGs, 9-of-11 FTs), seven rebounds, five assists, one steal, two blocks and three three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Celtics.
Analysis: Mitchell may have been one of the few Cavaliers to get the memo about the early starting time, as he scored 12 of the team's 36 first-half points. He was even more productive in the second half, finishing with a game-high 30 points on solid percentages and a complete stat line. The Cavaliers play four games in Week 20, starting with the 76ers on Monday. Due to his having missed the last four games with a strained groin, Mitchell may not be a lock to play against Philadelphia. |
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Sam Merrill CLE starts Harden, Mitchell, Merrill, Wade, Mobley
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 6:38 AM
NBA Lineups
James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Sam Merrill, Dean Wade and Evan Mobley will start Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Mitchell and Wade are back after missing time with groin and ankle injuries, respectively. However, the Cavaliers will be without Jarrett Allen (knee), so Merrill will be the fifth starter. Jaylon Tyson, who moved into the lineup following Mitchell's injury, returns to the bench. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade (ankle) upgraded to available vs. Boston
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 6:25 AM
NBA Injury Report
Dean Wade (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: After a three-game absence with a sprained ankle, Wade is good to go for Sunday's key matchup with the Celtics. He'll likely slide into the space that was occupied by Jarrett Allen, who has been ruled out with a knee injury. This would also mean Evan Mobley is the starting center. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell (groin) upgraded to available
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 6:18 AM
NBA Injury Report
Donovan Mitchell (groin) is available for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: After a four-game absence, Mitchell is good to go for Cleveland's matchup with the Celtics. His return will bump Sam Merrill or Jaylon Tyson to the bench, with the other likely starting due to Jarrett Allen (knee) being out. |
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Dean Wade Dean Wade (ankle) probable vs. Boston
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 11:14 AM
NBA Injury Report
Dean Wade (ankle) is probable for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Wade practiced on Friday and is on track to return after missing Cleveland's last three games with a sprained ankle. With Jarrett Allen (knee) out, Wade will likely be the starting power forward, with Evan Mobley shifting to the five. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) downgraded to out vs. Boston
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 11:11 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jarrett Allen (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Allen, a much-improved player since the beginning of February, did not practice on Friday. Due to left knee tendonitis, he won't be available for Sunday's contest, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. With Dean Wade (ankle) listed as probable, he may slide into the spot occupied by Allen. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell (groin) probable vs. Boston
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 11:08 AM
NBA Injury Report
Donovan Mitchell (groin) is probable for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Having missed Cleveland's last four games with a strained groin, Mitchell participated in Friday's practice and is on track to return Sunday afternoon. He'll likely bump Sam Merrill to the bench if allowed to play against the Celtics. |
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Jarrett Allen Jarrett Allen (knee) misses practice Friday
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 10:03 AM
Chris Fedor
According to Cavaliers reporter Chris Fedor, Jarrett Allen (ankle) missed Friday's practice.
Analysis: Allen exited Tuesday's win over Detroit early, and the injury could cost him a game. Fortunately, the Cavaliers don't play again until Sunday, so fantasy managers should keep an eye on Allen's practice availability. |
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Donovan Mitchell Donovan Mitchell, Dean Wade practice Friday
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 9:57 AM
Chris Fedor
Donovan Mitchell (groin) and Dean Wade (ankle) practiced on Friday, according to Cavaliers reporter Chris Fedor.
Analysis: Max Strus (foot) also participated. The practice is good news for fantasy managers rostering Mitchell and potentially streaming Wade. All three have a chance to take the court for Sunday's matchup with the Celtics. |
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James Harden James Harden posts 18 points, seven assists
Tue, Mar 3, 2026, 3:38 PM
James Harden finished Tuesday's win over the Pistons with 18 points (5-of-17 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, seven assists and two three-pointers.
Analysis: The showdown between Harden and Detroit's Cade Cunningham was one in which both players struggled to knock down shots. Given the defensive abilities of both teams, that isn't surprising. However, one of the differences for Cleveland was that Harden received more help from the other guards in the rotation. Dennis Schröder (15/5/5 with two three-pointers), Craig Porter Jr. (7/8/3 with one three-pointer) and Keon Ellis (7/3/2/2/1) all gave the Cavaliers good minutes off the bench against the team with the best record in the East. |
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Evan Mobley Evan Mobley records 18 points, five rebounds
Tue, Mar 3, 2026, 3:37 PM
Evan Mobley amassed 18 points (5-of-9 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, four assists, two steals and two three-pointers in Tuesday's win over the Pistons.
Analysis: While he only attempted nine shots on the night, Mobley was efficient with his opportunities. And the overall line only lacked a blocked shot, with the forward/center being left to do a bit more following Jarrett Allen's exit due to a right knee injury. The Cavaliers won't play again until Sunday; hopefully, Allen's injury isn't serious, and the time off ensures that he's available for their matchup with the Celtics. |
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