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Max Strus • SG • Cavaliers

Max Strus Active on Tuesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Max Strus (foot) is available for Tuesday's matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers. Strus had Monday's game against Utah off for left foot injury maintenance. The 30-year-old forward has been coming off the bench, averaging 12.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists across six games since recovering from a left foot issue that kept him sidelined for most of the 2025-26 campaign.

12 hours ago

Sam Merrill • SG • Cavaliers

Sam Merrill Unavailable Against Lakers

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Sam Merrill (hamstring) won't play against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Merrill will have the evening for maintenance and should be back in action for Thursday's game against Golden State. Keon Ellis could absorb some of Merrill's available minutes this evening. Ellis collected 13 points, two rebounds, one assist, two steals, and one block across 24 minutes in his last outing on Monday against the Jazz.

12 hours ago

Jarrett Allen • C • Cavaliers

Jarrett Allen Slated to Suit Up on Tuesday

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (knee) is available to suit up against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Allen will be back in action after sitting out Monday's game against Utah to rest. In his last outing on Friday versus Miami, the 27-year-old big man was limited to 18 minutes but still collected a double-double, scoring 18 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. Keon Ellis and Thomas Bryant will likely see their roles reduced with Allen returning to the lineup.

12 hours ago

Keon Ellis • SG • Cavaliers

Keon Ellis Draws Start Monday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Keon Ellis will start Monday against Utah with Jarrett Allen (knee), Max Strus (foot), Dean Wade (ankle), and Jaylon Tyson (toe) all sidelined. Ellis has shown he can chip in steals with modest scoring when given extended minutes, including a recent start in which he produced 17 points and two steals across 37 minutes. He also added 10 points, two threes, two assists, and one steal in 25 minutes off the bench his last time out. Ellis looks like a reasonable short-term pickup in deeper leagues for anyone needing defensive stats.

Yesterday

Craig Porter Jr. • PG • Cavaliers

Craig Porter Jr. Returns Monday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Craig Porter Jr. (groin) is available for Monday's game against Utah after missing seven games with a left groin strain. The 26-year-old logged limited minutes before the injury, averaging 3.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 14.8 minutes across his recent appearances, and he is unlikely to see enough run to matter in most fantasy formats. His return mainly adds depth behind James Harden and Dennis Schroder. Porter can remain on waiver wires, with Sam Merrill and Keon Ellis still ahead in the rotation.

Yesterday

Max Strus • SG • Cavaliers

Max Strus to Sit Out Monday's Game

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Max Strus (foot) won't play on Monday against the Utah Jazz. Strus torched the Miami Heat with eight triples and 29 points in Friday's win, but he continues to manage a foot injury and will take the night off on Monday. Cleveland will likely reinsert him into the lineup on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Lakers. Strus has been coming off the bench, so we should see the rest of the reserves take on most of his minutes on Monday.

2 days ago

Jarrett Allen • C • Cavaliers

Jarrett Allen Won't Play Monday Night

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup with the Utah Jazz. This isn't surprising, given that it's the first game of a back-to-back and Allen has just returned from a knee injury. He was limited to 18 minutes on Friday versus Miami but still collected a double-double, scoring 18 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. Keon Ellis could rejoin the starting unit on Monday, and Thomas Bryant may pick up a few extra minutes off the bench.

2 days ago

Jarrett Allen • C • Cavaliers

Jarrett Allen to Play Limited Minutes Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (knee) will return to action on Friday against the Atlanta Hawks. He has been cleared to play after missing 10 games due to a knee issue. The veteran big man has been named a starter for Friday's contest, but Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson plans to limit his playing time to 20 minutes. Keon Ellis will drop to the bench, reducing his fantasy value. Thomas Bryant's playing time is also likely to take a hit with Allen's return.

4 days ago

Jarrett Allen • C • Cavaliers

Jarrett Allen Iffy for Miami Game

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against Miami after missing the last 10 games with right knee tendonitis. This is his first questionable tag since early March, signaling a possible return, though he could face minutes restrictions if active. His return would likely cut into Thomas Bryant's role after he posted four points and five rebounds in 16 minutes last game. Evan Mobley could shift back to power forward if Allen plays, while Max Strus may continue to see increased opportunities on the wing with Dean Wade (ankle) still sidelined.

5 days ago

Jaylon Tyson • SF • Cavaliers

Jaylon Tyson to Miss Third Straight Game

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Jaylon Tyson (toe) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. This marks the third game in a row that Tyson has missed due to a lingering toe injury. His next chance to play will come on Friday, so fantasy managers should check back ahead of that game. His absence from the rotation should mean larger roles for Keon Ellis and Nae'Qwan Tomlin. Ellis will move into the starting five and should at least offer low-end streaming value for Wednesday's slate.

6 days ago

Keon Ellis • SG • Cavaliers

Keon Ellis Joins Starting Lineup Against Heat

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Keon Ellis will run with the starters on Wednesday against the Miami Heat. Cleveland had to adjust its first unit after losing Dean Wade (ankle) to injury just before tip-off. In seven starts this season, Ellis has averaged 7.7 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.0 steals, and 1.0 blocks. With both Donovan Mitchell and James Harden in action, Ellis won't see much of the ball, but with increased playing time as a starter, he will have more chances to contribute on defense.

6 days ago

Max Strus • SG • Cavaliers

Max Strus Won't Play on Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus (foot) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. It's unsurprising to see the Cavs resting Strus during the second leg of this back-to-back set. He finished with 11 points, three rebounds, and three assists across 27 minutes of action on Tuesday. He made his season debut on March 15, so the Cavs are still being cautious with the veteran guard. He's a reliable source for three-pointers, but Strus isn't offering a ton of value outside of that. His absence should free up additional playing time for Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis for Wednesday's game.

6 days ago

Dean Wade • PF • Cavaliers

Dean Wade Won't Play Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Miami Heat, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports. He tweaked his right ankle during an individual pregame workout and will miss his first game since March 3. Cleveland is also without Jarrett Allen (knee), Jaylon Tyson (toe), and Max Strus (foot), so Nae'Qwan Tomlin and Dennis Schroder could be a lot more involved off the bench. This is a good matchup for Cleveland's second unit, as Miami allows the seventh-most bench points in the league.

6 days ago

Larry Nance Jr. • PF • Cavaliers

Larry Nance Jr. is Available on Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Larry Nance Jr. (illness) is available to play ahead of Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. Nance will shed the questionable tag and suit up despite dealing with an illness. The veteran forward hasn't been a big part of the rotation lately, but could see a larger role with Dean Wade (ankle) sidelined. This season, Nance is averaging 3.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 0.9 assists across 12.2 minutes per game. Even with a slightly expanded role, Nance isn't worth a look in most fantasy formats ahead of Wednesday's slate.

6 days ago

Jaylon Tyson • SF • Cavaliers

Jaylon Tyson Unavailable Against Magic

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Jaylon Tyson (toe) won't play on Tuesday against the Orlando Magic. He will miss a second consecutive game due to a bone bruise on his left big toe. While Tyson has played a significant role with the Cavaliers this season, the team can handle his absence well now that Max Strus has entered the rotation. The veteran sniper has averaged 8.8 points and 7.0 rebounds across his first four appearances of the season. Keon Ellis, who has recently made a positive impact, will also help cover for Tyson's absence.

7 days ago

Jarrett Allen • C • Cavaliers

Jarrett Allen Still Out Tuesday

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (knee) won't be available for a ninth consecutive game on Tuesday against the Orlando Magic. The big man landed on the shelf with right knee tendinitis at the start of the month and isn't in the lineup for the first leg of a back-to-back on Tuesday. Evan Mobley will continue to start at center, with Thomas Bryant providing cover off the bench. The bench role limits Bryant's fantasy value, but he was close to a double-double in Saturday's win over New Orleans, finishing with 11 points, eight rebounds, one assist, and one block in 15 minutes.

7 days ago

Jaylon Tyson • SF • Cavaliers

Jaylon Tyson Ruled Out Versus Pelicans

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Jaylon Tyson (toe) is out for Saturday's game against the Pelicans after being listed as doubtful. His absence should keep extra wing minutes available for Keon Ellis and Sam Merrill. Merrill started the last game and finished with 13 points, three three-pointers, one rebound, three assists, one steal, and one block in 31 minutes, while Ellis produced eight points, two rebounds, three assists, three steals, and one block in 27 minutes off the bench. Both are mainly deep-league streaming options for threes and defensive stats, while Donovan Mitchell and James Harden continue to lead the offense.

Mar 21

Donovan Mitchell • SG • Cavaliers

Donovan Mitchell Available Saturday Against New Orleans

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (eye) is available for Saturday's game against the Pelicans after missing one contest with a left eye contusion. Mitchell is expected to reclaim his usual high-usage role alongside James Harden, continuing to anchor Cleveland's scoring and playmaking. In his last appearance, Mitchell posted 19 points, one three-pointer, eight rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block in 34 minutes. He remains a must-start in all formats, while James Harden should continue handling a major share of the playmaking duties.

Mar 21

Donovan Mitchell • SG • Cavaliers

Donovan Mitchell Questionable as Cavaliers Visit New Orleans

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (eye) is questionable for Saturday's game against New Orleans after missing Thursday's win over Chicago, which could again push more offensive work toward the supporting cast if he remains out. Jaylon Tyson (toe), who is also questionable, drew the start last game and delivered 18 points, two three-pointers, 11 rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block in 23 minutes, putting him on the radar as a streaming option if he plays. Evan Mobley and James Harden should continue seeing increased usage if Mitchell sits. Mitchell remains a must-start if cleared.

Mar 20

Donovan Mitchell • SG • Cavaliers |

Jaylon Tyson • SF • Cavaliers

Donovan Mitchell Ruled Out, Jaylon Tyson to Start Thursday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (eye) is out for Thursday's game against the Bulls, with second-year guard Jaylon Tyson stepping into the starting lineup. Tyson has averaged 14.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in his previous starts this season, putting him on the fantasy radar as a short-term streamer during the playoffs despite managing just two points in his last outing. Keon Ellis could also see more run after logging eight points and two threes in 24 minutes, while Dennis Schroder may pick up extra playmaking minutes.

Mar 19

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