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Riley Minix • SF • Cavaliers

Riley Minix Signs Two-Way Deal With Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed forward Riley Minix to a two-way contract on Friday, according to Michael Scotto. Minix began the season on a two-way deal with the San Antonio Spurs. He made three appearances with the team before being waived in December. The Cavs have decided to give the 25-year-old a chance after he posted impressive numbers in the G-League. Minix averaged 17.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in 32.3 minutes in the G-League. He probably won't see much time in Cleveland, but is depth in case injuries start to pile up. For now, Minix isn't someone to bother rostering in fantasy formats.

5 days ago

Dean Wade • PF • Cavaliers

Dean Wade Out Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's contest against the Washington Wizards. He will miss a third consecutive game due to a left ankle sprain. Evan Mobley (calf) is missing as well from the frontcourt, giving more looks in the rotation to Nae'Qwan Tomlin and Thomas Bryant. While the two have done well in their roles, they don't see enough action to be considered as viable fantasy options. This is the final game before the All-Star break, and both Wade and Mobley could be back when play resumes on Feb. 19.

7 days ago

Evan Mobley • PF • Cavaliers

Evan Mobley Remains Out Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley (calf) will be sidelined for a seventh consecutive game on Wednesday against the Washington Wizards. On Jan. 27, he was ruled out for 1-3 weeks due to a left calf strain. While there was a chance he would return before the All-Star break, Cleveland won't bring Mobley back until the regular season continues next week. In Mobley's absence, Thomas Bryant has been part of the rotation, but he hasn't offered much from a fantasy perspective. Bryant is averaging 8.3 points and 3.8 rebounds this month.

7 days ago

Jaylon Tyson • SF • Cavaliers

Jaylon Tyson Could Miss First Game Since November

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Jaylon Tyson (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game in Denver after suffering a left ankle sprain, putting his Ironman stretch since mid-November at risk. If Tyson sits, Cleveland would likely redistribute wing minutes to Sam Merrill and Keon Ellis, though neither projects for a major usage spike. The bulk of the offensive load should continue to funnel through Donovan Mitchell and newly acquired veteran James Harden. Tyson logged 10 points and six rebounds in his last outing and remains a hold in deeper formats, but his short-term value hinges on availability.

Feb 9

James Harden • SG • Cavaliers

James Harden Expected to Make Cleveland Debut on Saturday

Newly-acquired Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden is expected to make his debut with his new team on Saturday, according to NBA Insider Chris Haynes. The Cavaliers face Harden's former team, the Clippers, on Wednesday, and then don't play again until Saturday night in Sacramento, giving Cleveland plenty of time to acclimate their new point guard. The 11-time All-Star was acquired on Tuesday in exchange for Darius Garland. Harden averaged 25.4 points and 8.1 assists in 44 games with the Clippers this season.

Feb 4

Dennis Schröder • PG • Cavaliers |

Keon Ellis • SG • Cavaliers

Dennis Schroder, Keon Ellis Available for Cavaliers Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guards Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis will be available for Wednesday's matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Cavalliers haven't included them on the injury report. The two were traded to Cleveland by the Sacramento Kings over the weekend and will make their Cavaliers debuts. Schroder and Ellis will continue as backups in Ohio, though they could have larger roles on Wednesday, depending on James Harden's (personal) status. Even as a reserve, Schroder could offer decent fantasy value, but Ellis shouldn't be on fantasy radars.

Feb 4

James Harden • SG • Cavaliers

James Harden Traded to Cavaliers

Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden has been traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for guard Darius Garland and a second-round pick. His trade request came as a surprise to many on Monday night, and the connection to Cleveland started immediately. The 36-year-old will join Donovan Mitchell in the Cavaliers' backcourt. Harden is scoring 25.4 points per game this season, his highest mark since the 2019-2020 season. With Mitchell already averaging 28.8 points per game, there may be a question about how the ball will be shared, but ultimately, Harden should benefit positively from an assist perspective with intriguing weapons around him.

Feb 3

Jarrett Allen • C • Cavaliers

Jarrett Allen Explodes for Career Night vs. Portland

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen erupted for a career-high 40 points in Sunday's win over Portland, adding 17 rebounds, five assists, four blocks, and two steals in 30 minutes. The outburst came with Evan Mobley (calf) and Darius Garland (toe) both sidelined, opening the door for Allen to shoulder a larger offensive load. With Mobley still out, Allen's usage and rebounding floor remain elevated, making him an elite must-start in all formats. Donovan Mitchell continues to benefit from the inside-out balance, while Garland's eventual return and Mobley's health are the primary risks to Allen sustaining peak-level production.

Feb 2

Dennis Schröder • PG • Cavaliers |

Keon Ellis • SG • Cavaliers

Keon Ellis, Dennis Schroder Could Debut Wednesday for Cavaliers

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Keon Ellis is expected to meet the team in Los Angeles and could be available Wednesday against the Clippers alongside fellow newcomer Dennis Schroder. Both guards arrived from Sacramento in a multi-team deal and step into a crowded backcourt rotation. Schroder brings on-ball creation after averaging 12.8 points and 5.3 assists this season, while Ellis profiles as a defensive wing who averaged 5.6 points, 1.3 rebounds, and 1.1 steals in limited minutes. If Darius Garland (toe) remains out, Schroder has short-term assist-streamer appeal, while Ellis is a deep-league steals option. Donovan Mitchell, Jaylon Tyson, and Sam Merrill still anchor the minutes.

Feb 2

Craig Porter Jr. • PG • Cavaliers

Craig Porter Jr. Returns From One-Game Absence

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Craig Porter Jr. (knee) has been upgraded from questionable to available for Sunday night's action against the Portland Trail Blazers. He missed Friday's loss to the Phoenix Suns due to a sore left knee. Lonzo Ball had a larger workload on Friday and will likely see less action against the Suns. Porter Jr. doesn't have a lot to offer to fantasy teams, averaging 4.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.0 assists in 17.6 minutes per game this season.

Feb 1

Darius Garland • PG • Cavaliers

Darius Garland Ruled Out Again vs. Portland

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (toe) will not play Sunday against Portland as he continues to recover from a Grade 1 right big toe sprain and awaits re-evaluation. His absence keeps Donovan Mitchell in a usage-heavy role and continues to open minutes for Jaylon Tyson, who has averaged 16.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 4.2 assists over his last five starts. Lonzo Ball has struggled with efficiency and remains unreliable. Cleveland is still integrating newly acquired Keon Ellis and Dennis Schroder, leaving Tyson as the most stable short-term fantasy option.

Feb 1

Dennis Schröder • PG • Cavaliers

Dennis Schroder Traded to Cleveland

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Cleveland Cavaliers acquired guard Dennis Schroder from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for forward De'Andre Hunter, with Keon Ellis also included in the deal. Cleveland has been searching for backcourt stability with Darius Garland (toe) battling injuries, giving Schroder a path to early minutes. The thirty-two-year-old averaged 12.8 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 5.3 assists in 26.4 minutes with Sacramento, though his role fluctuated. Schroder could handle short-term playmaking duties, but a crowded rotation featuring Donovan Mitchell, Jaylon Tyson, and Sam Merrill caps his ceiling, keeping him more useful as a deep-league assist streamer.

Feb 1

Keon Ellis • SG • Cavaliers

Keon Ellis Traded to Cleveland

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Cleveland Cavaliers acquired guard Keon Ellis from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for forward De'Andre Hunter, with Dennis Schroder also heading to Cleveland as part of the deal. Ellis struggled to find consistent opportunities in Sacramento, where a crowded backcourt kept him on the fringe of the rotation. Cleveland values his point-of-attack defense, but his fantasy outlook remains shaky given the Cavaliers' guard and wing depth. If Darius Garland (toe) continues to miss time, Ellis could see spot minutes, though Sam Merrill and Jaylon Tyson are already holding steady roles, limiting Ellis to deep-league consideration.

Feb 1

Craig Porter Jr. • PG • Cavaliers

Craig Porter Jr. Out Against Suns

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Craig Porter Jr. (knee) will miss Friday's matchup against the Phoenix Suns. He was a late addition to the injury report due to left knee soreness, and Cleveland has downgraded Porter Jr.'s status from questionable to out. Porter Jr. is a reserve playmaker for the Cavaliers, and his absence shouldn't significantly affect how the team operates. Lonzo Ball is a natural option to fill in for him.

Jan 30

Darius Garland • PG • Cavaliers

Darius Garland Remains Out Friday vs. Phoenix

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (toe) will miss Friday's game against Phoenix as he continues to recover from a right toe sprain, with his status for the upcoming road trip still uncertain. His absence has elevated Jaylon Tyson into a steady starting role, and he has responded with 16.4 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 4.4 assists across his last five games, making him a strong short-term add. Sam Merrill is still ramping up but profiles as a viable standard-league option as his minutes stabilize, especially with Evan Mobley (calf) sidelined for multiple weeks. Garland remains a clear hold.

Jan 30

Darius Garland • PG • Cavaliers

Darius Garland Won't Be Available Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland (toe) will miss a seventh consecutive game on Wednesday against the Los Angeles Lakers. He was back at practice on Monday, but Wednesday's game comes too soon for Garland to be ready to play. However, he could be available later in the week as the team plans to re-evaluate Garland soon. During Garland's absence, both Donovan Mitchell and Jaylon Tyson have stepped up as playmakers, while Lonzo Ball's workload has increased.

Jan 28

Evan Mobley • PF • Cavaliers

Evan Mobley Out 1-3 Weeks Due to Calf Injury

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley (calf) will be out 1-3 weeks due to a strained left calf, the team announced on Tuesday. Mobley suffered the injury during Monday's 20-point, nine-rebound performance against the Orlando Magic. It's the second time this season he has been sidelined by this injury. He sat out five games in December with a Grade 1 left calf strain. Mobley's absence from the rotation will create additional playing opportunities for De'Andre Hunter, Nae'Qwan Tomlin, and Larry Nance Jr. Of the trio, Hunter has the most fantasy upside, though he has been hit-and-miss all season.

Jan 27

Sam Merrill • SG • Cavaliers

Sam Merrill Won't Play Monday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Sam Merrill (hand) is unavailable for Monday's game against the Orlando Magic due to personal reasons. Merrill had already missed five consecutive contests due to a right-hand sprain and it is unclear if he has fully recovered from the injury. While the 29-year-old sharpshooter continues to sit out, Jaylon Tyson will continue to benefit fantasy-wise, as Darius Garland (toe) is still sidelined as well. Tyson has started five straight games and is averaging 20.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 3.2 three-pointers across 34.0 minutes per outing during that timeframe.

Jan 26

Sam Merrill • SG • Cavaliers

Sam Merrill Still Uncertain to Play Monday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Sam Merrill (hand) is questionable for Monday's game against Orlando as he works through a right-hand sprain that has already sidelined him for five straight contests. If Merrill remains out, Jaylon Tyson continues to be the clear fantasy beneficiary, especially with Darius Garland (toe) still unavailable. Tyson has started five straight games and is averaging 20.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 3.2 three-pointers in 34.0 minutes during that span. Craig Porter Jr. and Tyrese Proctor are tough to trust, offering only matchup-based fantasy value.

Jan 26

Sam Merrill • SG • Cavaliers

Sam Merrill to Miss Fourth Straight Game Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Sam Merrill (hand) will miss Friday's game against Sacramento, marking his fourth straight absence as he continues to manage a right-hand sprain. With Merrill and Darius Garland (toe) sidelined, Cleveland is again leaning on Jaylon Tyson for secondary scoring and playmaking. Tyson delivered 14 points, seven rebounds, and four assists in 31 minutes last game, giving him short-term value in standard formats. Craig Porter Jr. also continues to see an expanded role, though his seven points, one rebound, and two assists in 18 minutes keep him capped as a low-end option.

Jan 23

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