According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, restricted free-agent forward Isaac Okoro agreed to a three-year, $38 million deal to remain with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Both sides have been at a stalemate regarding a new contract for months. However, things finally worked out, meaning the Cavs will retain a capable defender. Okoro has spent his entire four-year career in Cleveland. He's appeared in 279 regular-season contests for the club, averaging 8.5 points and 2.9 rebounds. With that in mind, the Cavs have Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen doing most of the heavy lifting offensively, so there's little room for anyone else to get involved. As a result, Okoro likely won't see much attention from fantasy managers heading into the 2024-25 campaign. On the other hand, there could be streaming potential at some point during the season.
According to Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, several teams have expressed interest in restricted free agent Isaac Okoro. The 2020 No. 5 overall pick has spent his entire four-year career in Cleveland. In 279 games with the team, he's averaged 8.5 points and 2.9 rebounds. While his offensive contributions haven't been impressive, teams around the National Basketball Association value him for his defensive prowess. There are several directions this situation could go. However, Brooklyn is a potential landing spot, considering the team is rebuilding. With Cleveland looking to cut costs, moving Okoro in a sign-and-trade remains one of the likeliest scenarios. With that in mind, a fresh start with the Nets could allow the 23-year-old to get routine minutes, ultimately improving his fantasy value.
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Isaac Okoro (toe) will miss a fourth straight contest on Saturday against the Lakers. He's been kept off the court by a toe sprain. The versatile talent will get the next opportunity to return on Sunday when Cleveland faces the Clippers. Okoro's absence gives Georges Niang and Sam Merrill a chance to figure more prominently in the rotation, but they are seeing very inconsistent playing time. Caris LeVert will continue to lead the second unit on Saturday. It's a tough matchup against a team that has limited opposing benches to 45 percent shooting.
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Isaac Okoro (toe) remains out for Wednesday's matchup with the Phoenix Suns. He's bothered by a toe sprain. But the Cavs are the healthiest they've been in a while, so the team can afford to keep the 23-year-old off the floor for at least a few more games. Although Okoro will likely head back to the bench once he returns, his absence on Wednesday should allow Sam Merrill, Marcus Morris Sr., and Georges Niang to see more action. However, none of those guys are consistent fantasy producers, considering Caris LeVert is the No. 1 option from off the bench.
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Isaac Okoro (toe) has been ruled out for the second game in a row due to toe soreness. The 23-year-old was held out of their game against the Denver Nuggets which turned into a 23-point blowout loss. The Cavaliers are looking to stay in the third seed in the East, but they only remain a half of a game ahead of the New York Knicks. Okoro may not be the deciding factor in this situation or in fantasy matchups, but his absence will mean more minutes for the starters as well as Caris LeVert.
Caris LeVert Returns For Cleveland On Sunday, Isaac Okoro Out
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Caris LeVert (wrist) will return from a one-game absence on Sunday versus Denver. LeVert couldn't play on Friday against Philadelphia due to wrist soreness but has shaken off the injury to jump back into action for a clash with the reigning champions. The 29-year-old has struggled in his most recent appearances, and Donovan Mitchell's return is bad news for him from a fantasy perspective, but the absence of Isaac Okoro (toe) should give LeVert some extra value. Okoro, who was hurt on Friday, has been downgraded from questionable to out.
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Isaac Okoro (toe) is questionable for Sunday's game against Denver. He played only 15 minutes in Friday's win over the Philadelphia 76ers. However, he now has a chance to miss Sunday's contest. But with Donovan Mitchell back in the lineup and Caris LeVert (wrist) listed as probable, Okoro could have a tough time getting anything going for DFS managers, assuming he's available, in a difficult matchup versus the champs.
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Isaac Okoro (elbow) is expected to suit up on Tuesday against Boston. He landed on the injury report prior to the game as questionable with a left elbow sprain, but sources have told Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer that Okoro will be good to go for the contest. The 23-year-old is looking at his third straight game as Donovan Mitchell's (knee) replacement in the starting unit. Okoro has averaged 11.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in a starting role this season.
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Isaac Okoro (elbow) might not be able to play on Tuesday against the Celtics, as the team has listed him as questionable on the injury report. Cleveland's jack of all trades hasn't missed any action since Nov. 22, but his ironman streak could come to an end due to a left elbow sprain. Okoro has made back-to-back starts in Donovan Mitchell's (knee) absence. He's done well in all areas and could have a even bigger part to play on Tuesday, as Max Strus (knee) will be out of the lineup and Caris LeVert (elbow) might also miss the action.
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Isaac Okoro (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's encounter with the Lakers. He's been a long-term absentee for the Cavaliers, having played his last game on Nov. 3 in an in-season tournament clash against Indiana. It's been a nine-game absence for Okoro, but he returned to practice on Friday and could back his comeback on Saturday. However, it's unlikely Okoro will play his normal minutes. The 22-year-old kicked off the campaign by logging close to 29 minutes a night. He's an all-around talent but doesn't really stand out in anything, and Okoro's return is definitely bigger news in real life than in fantasy basketball.
