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Sam Merrill Fantasy Stats

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Shooting Guard #5

Out - Hand
Height / Weight 6'4"  /  205 lbs.
Date of Birth (Age) May 15, 1996 (29)
Experience 5 seasons
College Utah State

2025-26 Rankings

Preseason SG52
Current SG58

Season Stats

SEASON TEAM POS GP FPTS/G MIN PTS REB AST BLK STL FG% FT% 3P% FTM 2PM 3PM TOV DDBL TDBL
2020-21MILSG306.07.73.01.00.70.00.344.4100.044.70.10.40.70.300
2021-22MEMSG67.09.54.21.20.70.00.033.350.030.40.30.21.20.300
2022-23CLESG510.811.65.01.81.00.00.840.9100.027.80.40.81.00.000
2023-24CLESG6114.817.58.02.01.80.10.340.292.940.40.40.22.30.300
2024-25CLESG7114.819.77.22.21.50.20.740.696.637.20.40.51.90.500
2025-26CLESG1222.825.913.92.12.20.20.546.693.844.41.20.83.70.800
Career 185 13.6 16.9 7.0 1.9 1.5 0.1 0.5 41.2 92.8 39.3 0.4 0.4 1.9 0.4 0 0

Game Log

TEAM OPP POS FPTS GS MIN PTS REB AST BLK STL FG% FT% 3P% FTM 2PM 3PM TOV DDBL TDBL
Oct 26, 2025 CLEMILSG24.2130:2117310045.5100.044.4314000
Oct 27, 2025 CLEDETSG19.2117:5911110257.150.0013000
Nov 5, 2025 CLEPHISG15.5026:4814000066.7100.080.0204100
Nov 7, 2025 CLEWASSG23.5018:2114220183.380.0014000
Nov 8, 2025 CLECHISG23.0027:318280037.533.3012100
Nov 10, 2025 CLEMIASG19.5032:3812220025.025.0004000
Nov 12, 2025 CLEMIASG14.0120:395031110.0100.012.5201000
Nov 13, 2025 CLETORSG20.5127:1212230036.4100.033.3113000
Nov 15, 2025 CLEMEMSG21.5127:1113410155.650.033.3132200
Nov 17, 2025 CLEMILSG30.8127:5220501070.066.7016100
Last 10 21.2 6 25:39 12.6 2.1 2.1 0.2 0.5 44.7 90.0 41.8 0.9 0.9 3.3 0.5 0 0

Sam Merrill News

Sam Merrill  • SG  •  Cavaliers

Sam Merrill Unavailable Versus Pacers

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill (hand) will be out of action on Monday against the Indiana Pacers. Merrill will miss his seventh consecutive contest due to a sprained right hand, and there isn't a timetable for his return. Cleveland's backcourt will be very short-handed this evening, with Lonzo Ball (illness) and Darius Garland (rest) also sidelined. Jaylon Tyson should be considered a solid streaming option, as he will get more scoring opportunities with more time on the floor.
3 days ago   
Sam Merrill  • SG  •  Cavaliers  |  Craig Porter Jr.  • PG  •  Cavaliers

Sam Merrill and Craig Porter Jr. Out Monday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill (hand) and guard Craig Porter Jr. (hamstring) will miss Monday's matchup with the Toronto Raptors. Tonight's clash will be the fourth game in a row that Merrill will miss due to a right-hand sprain. A lingering hamstring injury will keep Porter out of action for the second straight contest. With a depleted Cavs backcourt, fantasy managers could turn to Lonzo Ball, who is expected to see plenty of minutes this evening.
Nov 24   
Sam Merrill  • SG  •  Cavaliers

Sam Merrill Won't Play on Friday Vs. Pacers

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill (hand) will miss a second consecutive game with a right hand sprain. The 29-year-old drew four starts right before getting hurt and was a solid supporting piece to the team's offense. He's been viable in category leagues as well for fantasy managers that need threes with an average of 3.0 made per game over his last four games. While he's sidelined, there would be some extra minutes for Darius Garland (toe) and Jaylon Tyson (concussion) if they were to be upgraded from questionable. Otherwise, Nae'Qwan Tomlin might be a sneaky play in DFS or deeper leagues. He registered 10 points and two rebounds in 19 minutes in their last game. If De'Andre Hunter is available, though, he'd be the more consistent streaming option.
Nov 21   
Sam Merrill  • SG  •  Cavaliers

Sam Merrill Ruled Out for Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Sam Merrill (hand) will miss Wednesday's contest against the Houston Rockets. He was initially listed as questionable for the game after Merrill injured his shooting hand in Monday's win over the Milwaukee Bucks. With Darius Garland (toe) still absent, Nae'Qwan Tomlin will make his second career start. Tomlin finished his first career start with a 24-point, 12-rebound double-double. However, it came in a contest that featured only Jarrett Allen from Cleveland's big guns. Tomlin will likely be limited to a complementary role in Wednesday's game.
Nov 19   
Sam Merrill  • SG  •  Cavaliers

Sam Merrill Iffy for Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Sam Merrill (hand) is questionable for Wednesday's contest against the Houston Rockets. The talented sniper sprained his right hand in Monday's victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, and the injury may force him to miss his fourth game of the season. Merrill has recently been Darius Garland's (toe) replacement in the starting lineup. Despite injuring his shooting hand, he nailed six triples during a 20-point performance on Monday night. If Merrill lands on the shelf Wednesday night, Dean Wade or Craig Porter Jr. could step into the first unit, increasing their fantasy appeal.
Nov 19   
Sam Merrill  • SG  •  Cavaliers

Sam Merrill Starting on Thursday Night

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill will start in Thursday's meeting with the Toronto Raptors. The Cavs are down Darius Garland (rest, left knee injury management), Jaylon Tyson (concussion), and Lonzo Ball (left knee, injury management). As a result, the 29-year-old will get some action with the first-five versus the 6-5 Raptors. Merrill has started five times during the 2025 campaign, averaging 14.8 points and 44.2% shooting from behind the arc. While Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, De'Andre Hunter, and Jarrett Allen should lead the way offensively, Merrill could easily surpass his usual fantasy expectations.
Nov 13   
Sam Merrill  • SG  •  Cavaliers

Sam Merrill May Skip Another Contest Sunday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Sam Merrill (hip) remains questionable on the injury report ahead of Sunday's encounter with the Atlanta Hawks. Merrill is battling to overcome a hip contusion, which has already sidelined him for two games. Due to Cleveland's injury situation, Merrill has had a significant role on the team this season, averaging 17.3 points per game. In his absence, Jaylon Tyson has produced a pair of solid performances as a member of the first unit. He will continue to have increased fantasy value if Merrill can't make a return on Sunday.
Nov 2   
Sam Merrill  • SG  •  Cavaliers

Sam Merrill to Miss Friday's Game

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Sam Merrill (hip) is not ready to return to the lineup on Friday against the Toronto Raptors, missing a second consecutive contest. The talented shooter, who has averaged 17.3 points early this season, is struggling to overcome a right hip contusion. Darius Garland (toe) will also remain out against Toronto, while Donovan Mitchell (hamstring) and Jarrett Allen (finger) are considered questionable. This means the Cavaliers offense may hinge on Evan Mobley, De'Andre Hunter, and Lonzo Ball on Friday night.
Oct 31   
Sam Merrill  • SG  •  Cavaliers

Sam Merrill Out on Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Sam Merrill (hip) won't play in Wednesday's contest against the Boston Celtics. A right hip contusion has disrupted Merrill's good start to the season. As a regular starter, Merrill has contributed 17.3 points per game this season, shooting a very impressive 5.1.4 percent from downtown on 8.8 attempts. Early in the season, Jaylon Tyson has logged a pair of starts due to Cleveland's injuries, and he may return to the first unit on Wednesday to fill in for Merrill. As a starter, Tyson has notched 6.5 points with 3.0 rebounds, so his productivity hasn't improved much in an expanded role.
Oct 29   
Sam Merrill  • SG

Sam Merrill Sticking with Cavaliers

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Sam Merrill plans to sign a new long term deal with the organization. According to Shams Charania, Merrill intends to sign a four-year, $38 million deal with Cleveland. Merrill has spent each of the last three seasons in a reserve role with the Cavs. Last season, Merrill averaged 7.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 1.5 assists across 19.7 minutes per game in 71 contests. He's a consistent shooter that is a valuable option off the bench. Merrill is unlikely to offer much fantasy value, but this looks like a good deal for Cleveland.
Jun 28   
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