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Max Strus  • SG  •  Cavaliers

Max Strus Set For Season Debut Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Max Strus (ankle) will take the court for the first time this season on Friday versus Milwaukee. Per Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer, Strus is ready to go after missing the first 27 contests of the campaign with a right ankle sprain. Strus had a career year last season in Cleveland, averaging 12.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.0 assists in 32.0 minutes. He'll be a nice addition to an already strong team, although Strus might need some time before he can operate at 100 percent.
13 hours ago   
Isaac Okoro  • SF  •  Cavaliers

Isaac Okoro Out At Least Two Weeks

According to Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer, Cleveland Cavaliers forward Isaac Okoro (shoulder) will be sidelined for at least two weeks due to a sprained AC joint in his right shoulder. Okoro posted 12 points, one rebound, one steal and one assist across 20 minutes on Monday versus the Nets before suffering the shoulder injury. While the 23-year-old is out, Dean Wade and Georges Niang will likely see an uptick in minutes on the floor.
Yesterday   
Evan Mobley  • PF  •  Cavaliers

Evan Mobley Returning On Monday

Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley (ankle) is available ahead of Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Mobley is active after missing their last game due to a left ankle sprain. There was no word on a minutes limit, so fantasy managers should expect Mobley to be a full-go on Monday. The Cavs used a committee approach between Georges Niang and Dean Wade to fill the void on Friday. Both players are expected to go back to their regular roles on Monday. Fantasy managers can go ahead and get Mobley active in their lineups ahead of tip-off.
4 days ago   
Evan Mobley  • PF  •  Cavaliers

Evan Mobley Probable To Play Monday Against Nets

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley (ankle) is expected to return after just a one-game absence due to an ankle sprain. He's officially listed as probable for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets and should return to the starting five. With Mobley back in the fold, that means the whole starting five is healthy. Mobley averages 18.3 points, 9.1 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.1 steals, and 1.5 blocks per game. His return affects Jarrett Allen's value the most, but both are still viable against a weaker Nets squad.
4 days ago   
Evan Mobley  • PF  •  Cavaliers

Evan Mobley Won't Play On Friday Night

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (ankle) won't play on Friday against the Wizards. The 23-year-old has played well this season, averaging 18.3 points, 9.1 rebounds, 1.5 blocks, and 1.1 steals. But he'll miss his second game of the 2024-25 campaign, so his next chance to play will be on Monday in Brooklyn. Without Mobley, Jarrett Allen, Darius Garland, and Donovan Mitchell should get a few extra scoring opportunities. Georges Niang could also work his way into the starting lineup, giving him DFS value potential.
7 days ago   
Evan Mobley  • PF  •  Cavaliers

Evan Mobley Considered Questionable Against Wizards

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley (ankle) has drawn a questionable status for Friday's game against the Washington Wizards. He's suffering from a sprained left ankle but will likely test it out during warm-ups and determine if he can play. The young big man has been a consistent force in scoring and boards, so if he has to miss this game, Jarrett Allen's usage should increase. Georges Niang will likely see some added playing time while Tristan Thompson may get a crack at some relief minutes. Niang's only start of the season yielded 14 points, eight rebounds, one steal, and four threes against the Chicago Bulls.
7 days ago   
Isaac Okoro  • SF  •  Cavaliers

Isaac Okoro Listed As Questionable For Saturday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Isaac Okoro (knee) has been listed as questionable for Saturday's matchup against Charlotte. The three-and-d wing hurt his left knee in Thursday's game against Denver and might have to sit out the meeting with the Hornets entirely. If that's the case, Caris LeVert, Georges Niang, and Dean Wade should share Okoro's minutes. LeVert is the best fantasy option of the three. He had his second-best offensive outing on Thursday with 21 points and six assists.
Dec 7   
Isaac Okoro  • SF  •  Cavaliers

Isaac Okoro Exits Game Early On Thursday, Won't Return

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Isaac Okoro exited Thursday night's game against the Denver Nuggets early with what the team is calling a left knee contusion. Okoro went 1-2 from three and finished with three points before exiting after playing just 12 minutes. Dean Wade started the second half ahead of Okoro and should be expected to get more playing time if Okoro is sidelined for any length of time.
Dec 6   
Ty Jerome  • PG  •  Cavaliers

Ty Jerome Upgraded To Available

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (illness) is available ahead of Thursday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Jerome was listed as questionable heading into this game, but he has now been upgraded to available ahead of this game. He figures to return to his role as the primary backup guard to Darius Garland. Jerome hasn't been a great fantasy option lately, but he did have a solid stretch of play during mid-November. He could be worth a look in deep leagues but his playing time has been inconsistent this season.
Dec 5   
Ty Jerome  • PG  •  Cavaliers

Ty Jerome Listed As Questionable On Thursday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (illness) is in danger of missing his second straight game due to an illness for Thursday's matchup with the Denver Nuggets. Darius Garland may see additional playing time if Jerome cannot suit up. Craig Porter Jr. and Caris LeVert will likely also see an uptick in minutes. LeVert, who is already averaging 24.1 minutes per game, could see a significant increase in his fantasy value on Thursday.
Dec 5   
Dean Wade  • PF  •  Cavaliers

Dean Wade Returning On Tuesday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (ankle) will make his return to the court for Tuesday's game against the Washington Wizards. Wade is back in the mix following a six-game absence due to a left ankle sprain. His return won't mean too much with the Cavs mostly healthy at the forward spot. Wade figures to resume his role playing in the teens, which doesn't result in much fantasy value. Isaac Okoro and Georges Niang are likely to see a few less minutes with Wade returning.
Dec 3   
Ty Jerome  • PG  •  Cavaliers

Ty Jerome Won't Play On Tuesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Washington Wizards. Jerome will head to the sideline for the first time this season. His absence will free up additional playing time behind Darius Garland. This should result in more playing time for Craig Porter Jr. and possibily Caris LeVert sees more minutes as well. LeVert is already averaging 24 minutes per game, so a few more minutes should give him an uptick in fantasy value for Tuesday's slate.
Dec 3   
Ty Jerome  • PG  •  Cavaliers

Ty Jerome Questionable For Tuesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (illness) is considered questionable for Tuesday's meeting with Washington. He's in the midst of a bout with an illness and may miss his first game of the campaign. After being a third-stringer on the Cavaliers team last season, Jerome has emerged as a big part of the rotation in 2024-25. He's fifth in scoring on the team with 11.8 points and has averaged 3.6 assists with 1.4 steals in 18.8 minutes. Caris LeVert and Sam Merrill are in a position to get more action without Jerome, while Craig Porter Jr. might be back in the rotation to take care of some of the backup point guard minutes.
Dec 3   
Dean Wade  • PF  •  Cavaliers

Dean Wade Is Questionable To Return From A Six-Game Absence

Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (ankle) has been sidelined since November 17 with an ankle issue, and it looked like he would miss Tuesday's game as well. However, he was upgraded to questionable and could be ready to rejoin the Cavs' bench. He was in Cleveland's second unit for his last six games, producing 3.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.2 assists while playing 19.7 minutes per game. While he has been out, Isaac Okoro and Georges Niang have played expanded roles, and they will have their roles reduced when Wade returns. All three have struggled to produce many impact games, though, when the Cavs are at full strength.
Dec 3   
Caris LeVert  • SF  •  Cavaliers

Caris LeVert Deemed Questionable On Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Caris LeVert (knee) is considered questionable for Friday's contest against the Atlanta Hawks. The team has officially listed him with injury management for his left knee. The 30-year-old has missed the last four games with knee management, so this could be his fifth straight. If he does have to miss some more time, Isaac Okoro and Ty Jerome will both continue to see added opportunities, with Jerome being the better streaming option.
Nov 29   
Caris LeVert  • SF  •  Cavaliers

Caris LeVert Out On Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Caris LeVert (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Atlanta Hawks, marking his fourth consecutive absence due to left knee injury management. The 30-year-old plays a key role off the bench for the Cavaliers, averaging 24.4 minutes and 11.8 points per game this season. His absence could lead to increased opportunities for Isaac Okoro, Sam Merrill, and Georges Niang. LeVert's next chance to return will come Friday against Atlanta.
Nov 27   
Isaac Okoro  • SF  •  Cavaliers

Isaac Okoro Good To Go Sunday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Isaac Okoro (ankle) will return to the lineup on Sunday against Toronto. He was in danger of missing a third consecutive game due to a left ankle sprain, but Okoro has shaken off the injury. Okoro's playing style doesn't translate well into fantasy basketball, but he's an important piece for Cleveland and will give the team an additional option. Okoro's return will likely mean fewer minutes for Georges Niang, who has been riding some good momentum lately. However, with Caris LeVert (knee), Dean Wade (ankle), and long-term absentee Max Strus (ankle) still out, Niang might still provide fantasy value.
Nov 24   
Caris LeVert  • SF  •  Cavaliers

Caris LeVert Remains Out For Sunday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Caris LeVert (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors. LeVert will miss his second game in a row due to left knee inflammation. He'll be joined by Dean Wade (ankle) on the sideline for Sunday, which leaves the Cavs shorthanded. Isaac Okoro (ankle) is expected to take on a bigger role in the rotation if he's cleared. Otherwise, Sam Merrill and Jaylon Tyson are candidates to see larger workloads. Tyson is coming off a strong outing where he dropped 16 points and 11 rebounds on Wednesday. He's worth a look as a streaming option with the Cavs banged up at the moment.
Nov 24   
Darius Garland  • PG  •  Cavaliers

Darius Garland Won't Play Versus New Orleans

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (groin) won't play on Wednesday against the Pelicans. The 24-year-old is coming off a rough showing in Tuesday's loss to the Boston Celtics, finishing with only eight points off 3-for-21 shooting from the field. But he'll be sidelined versus New Orleans because of groin soreness, meaning his next chance to play will be on Sunday versus the Toronto Raptors. With the Cavs also down Caris LeVert (knee), Sam Merrill (ankle), Isaac Okoro (ankle), Max Strus (ankle), and Dean Wade (ankle), Donovan Mitchell, Jarrett Allen, and Evan Mobley could each see an uptick in fantasy production. The same can be said Georges Niang, Ty Jerome, and Craig Porter Jr.
Nov 20   
Caris LeVert  • SF  •  Cavaliers

Caris LeVert Will Not Play Wednesday

On Wednesday, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Caris LeVert (knee) will not suit up against the New Orleans Pelicans. LeVert will miss his second straight game due to inflammation in his left knee. Luckily, he will have more extra days of rest since the Cavs' next game is on Sunday versus Toronto. With LeVert missing in action, Georges Niang and Craig Porter could see an uptick in minutes on the floor versus the Pelicans.
Nov 20   
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