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Wizards
18-66|L10: 0-10
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Cavaliers
56-36|L10: 6-4
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CLE • Center • #3
12 days ago
Bryant remains out with a strained left calf, with Monday’s game being the sixth that he has missed. His continued absence won’t have a significant impact on the Cavaliers’ frontcourt rotation, as all of the key contributors are healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Small Forward • #1
13 days ago
Strus came off the bench and had 24 points on 10 attempts from the field and four three-pointers. The 30-year-old shooting guard was +8 in 24 minutes off the bench. Strus is known for performances like this in the playoffs going back to his days with the Miami Heat.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
13 days ago
Harden stepped up big time in his Cavaliers playoff debut. The 36-year-old point guard had 22 points on 17 attempts from the field and four three-pointers. Harden also dished out 10 assists, earning a double-double. He and Donovan Mitchell showed in Game 1 that this series could be over quickly if the Raptors defense doesn’t step up in the next game.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
13 days ago
Mitchell has now scored at least 30 points in nine consecutive Game 1s in his career, which is an NBA record. The 29-year-old shooting guard is no stranger to the playoffs, having made it in every season of his career so far. Mitchell was excellent Saturday and he’ll need to keep it up if he wants to advance to the conference finals for the first time in his career.
CLE • Center • #3
14 days ago
Bryant missed Cleveland’s final four regular-season games with a strained left calf, and the injury will keep him out for Saturday’s series opener as well. With Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley available, Bryant’s minutes were going to be limited if he were healthy enough to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
19 days ago
Watkins saved his best for last, recording a season-high point total in the final game of his rookie campaign. He shot 5-of-9 from beyond the arc, with the five makes also a season high for the athletic forward. Watkins is on a two-way deal, so he faces a critical summer in terms of solidifying his place in the NBA.
WAS • Small Forward • #
19 days ago
While the final game of his rookie season was not particularly good, Riley played well more often than not over the last month. The 6-foot-8 wing scored in double figures in 11 of his last 12 games, providing seventh-round fantasy value during that stretch. The Wizards have a lot of young wings on their roster going into the offseason, making it challenging to project Riley’s value in redraft leagues next fall. Not to mention a likely high lottery pick in what’s projected to be a loaded draft. However, Riley is unquestionably worth holding onto in dynasty leagues.
WAS • Point Guard • #8
19 days ago
Carrington finished his second NBA season on a positive note, totaling 50 points in the Wizards’ final two games. However, his category-league fantasy value remained low over the final month of the season, even with the increased playing time. With a healthy Trae Young in the mix, Carrington will compete for the backup point guard role in 2026-27. While he’s worth holding onto in dynasty leagues, redraft league managers are likely to leave Bub on the board in drafts next fall.
CLE • Point Guard • #
19 days ago
While Proctor did record seven turnovers on Sunday, the rookie guard recorded his first double-double and finished two assists shy of a triple-double. Proctor logged a season-high 35 minutes on Sunday, taking on a role that does not align with what he’ll be asked to do during the playoffs. Unless there are injuries at the point guard position, Proctor is unlikely to crack the rotation.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
19 days ago
In his second game back from a toe injury, Tyson played 26 minutes on Sunday. The role he enjoyed against the Wizards is unlikely to match what he’ll be asked to do in Cleveland’s first-round series against Toronto, but the second-year wing has shown that he’s a capable contributor. The future appears to be bright for Tyson in Cleveland.
CLE • Power Forward • #
19 days ago
With the Cavaliers resting most of their regulars, players like Tomlin were able to log extended minutes in Sunday’s regular-season finale. The second-year forward made the most of his opportunity, recording a career-high point total and surpassing the 20-point mark for the second time. Tomlin did not record any defensive stats, but the offensive production was excellent for those in active fantasy leagues. He’ll take on his usual reserve role during the playoffs and is not guaranteed consistent rotation minutes.
CLE • Point Guard • #9
19 days ago
The Cavaliers are locked into the No. 4 seed regardless of the outcome of Sunday’s games, so most of their key contributors won’t play. The exception is Strus, and given the time he missed after undergoing offseason foot surgery, managers in active fantasy leagues should not expect to see him on the court for too long. The other four starters should play significant minutes, although Tyson only recently returned from an injury.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
WAS • Power Forward • #16
19 days ago
Gill is good to go for Sunday’s season finale after being injured during Friday’s loss to the Heat. While he has started games recently, Julian Reese has been the more productive option, as the rookie has played more minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #23
20 days ago
While Ellis and Schröder were active for Friday’s loss to the Hawks, Bryant has missed Cleveland’s last three games with a strained calf. On the perimeter, Craig Porter Jr. and Tyrese Proctor should play significant minutes, while Olivier Sarr and Tristan Enaruna should pick up rotation minutes in the frontcourt.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
20 days ago
The Cavaliers will be without most of their rotation players for Sunday’s regular-season finale, as their playoff seeding is locked in. The absences in the frontcourt free up opportunities for Nae’Qwan Tomlin, who should have the ultimate green light on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
20 days ago
The Cavaliers are locked into their playoff seed, so most of the team’s key contributors will not play on Sunday. Max Strus and Jaylon Tyson aren’t on the injury report, but with both having missed time due to injury, their minutes will likely be limited against the Wizards.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
20 days ago
The Wizards will be light on options for Sunday’s season finale, especially on the perimeter. The absence of Coulibaly and Johnson will mean more opportunities for Will Riley and Leaky Black. As for Vukčević, his continued absence does not change much in the frontcourt, with the Wizards continuing to rely on Julian Reese.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Power Forward • #16
20 days ago
In addition to his back injury, Gill took a shot to the head during Friday’s loss to the Heat. While the veteran forward/center was not officially ruled out at the time, he’s dealing with a headache, so Gill is on the injury report. Julian Reese has been productive recently and is worth rostering in active fantasy leagues, regardless of Gill’s availability.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
21 days ago
With Donovan Mitchell (ankle) sidelined for this game, Harden was the primary source of offense for Cleveland. He did most of his work in the first half but still ended up leading the team in scoring. This was an ugly loss, but the Cavs were without multiple starters, so they were clearly fine with the outcome. Harden has been a big piece for Cleveland since he was traded and helped them be one of the best teams in the East since the trade deadline. He’ll certainly give them a chance to make a deep run in the playoffs.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
21 days ago
Following a 10-game absence with a toe injury, Tyson was back in the lineup to take on Atlanta. He was able to have a strong showing across the board in the box score, but with the Cavs shorthanded for this game, it wasn’t enough for them to get a win. Tyson got off to a strong start to this season, which helped keep Cleveland afloat while they were battling so many other injuries. He has cooled off with the team healthier over the past couple months, but he’ll still be an important piece for them during the postseason and is a valuable piece for this team’s future.
WAS • Small Forward • #
21 days ago
Riley has scored in double figures in 10 of his last 11 appearances, including Friday’s defeat. With multiple Wizards wings sidelined due to injury, the rookie has been allowed to do more offensively, whether he’s coming off the bench or starting. For fantasy managers in active leagues, Riley is worth a look for the Wizards’ season finale on Sunday against the Cavaliers.
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
21 days ago
Back in the lineup after missing Thursday’s loss to the Bulls, Coulibaly recorded his first stat line this season with at least 25 points, five rebounds and five assists. Given the Wizards’ many young wings and the fact that they’ll likely hold onto their top-8 protected first-round pick, Coulibaly will face significant competition for rotation minutes when training camp opens next fall. Nights like Friday can only strengthen his case for a starting spot.
WAS • Point Guard • #8
21 days ago
A double-digit scorer in six consecutive games, Carrington matched his season-high on Friday with 30 points. The second-year guard made six of his seven three-point attempts against the Heat while finishing a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. With a healthy Trae Young in the mix, Carrington is going to have a reserve role next season. That said, a good finish to the season would help solidify his place in the rotation.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
21 days ago
Tyson is available to play for the first time since March 19, and he will do so as a starter. The Cavaliers are without Donovan Mitchell and Jarrett Allen, resulting in starts for Tyson and Strus. The other three starters are unchanged.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
21 days ago
Coulibaly will return to play the second leg of Washington’s back-to-back set after sitting out Thursday’s matchup with the Bulls. He should handle his typical workload for Washington’s 81st game of the season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
21 days ago
Tyson is on track to play for the first time since March 19. He’ll likely see his minutes monitored with the rest of Cleveland’s roster healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • • #
22 days ago
A common practice of lottery-bound teams at this stage of the season is to play their two-way and 10-day contract guys heavy minutes. Black played 41 minutes on Thursday, and while the stat line wasn’t exactly robust, he finished one rebound shy of a double-double. Playing time shouldn’t be an issue for Leaky in Washington’s final two games of the season, so those in active leagues should consider picking him up.
WAS • Small Forward • #
22 days ago
While he struggled with his shot on Thursday, going 1-of-9 from three, Riley’s overall stat line would be valuable in category leagues. The rookie wing recorded six “stocks” and offered solid value in rebounds and assists. Kyshawn George had a similar finish to last season, which boosted his ADP going into drafts last fall. The Wizards’ wing rotation is a bit more crowded going into this offseason, so Riley may not be able to do the same, but there’s a lot to like about the 20-year-old wing.
WAS • • #
22 days ago
When allowed to play significant minutes, Reese has consistently played well enough to earn a longer look from the Wizards in the summer. He recorded another double-double on Thursday, his third in as many games and fifth since being signed to a two-way deal. The Wizards have two more games this season, and Reese can be valuable to managers in active fantasy leagues.
WAS • Small Forward • #
22 days ago
Four of the Wizards’ five starters are unchanged from the quintet that the Bulls blew out on Tuesday. Bilal Coulibaly (heel) is out, and he has been replaced in the lineup by Riley. The rookie wing should play plenty in the Wizards’ final three games of the season.
Source: Washington Wizards
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
22 days ago
Tyson was upgraded to questionable ahead of Friday’s contest, giving him a chance at playing for the first time since March 19 against the Bulls. The second-year guard has had a very strong season as a frequent starter. If available, he’ll provide the Cavs with elite three-point shooting.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
22 days ago
Mitchell’s absence will leave the Cavaliers without their best scorer on Friday. In his absence, Keon Ellis or Max Strus could move into a starting role, creating more opportunities for them to produce. Sam Merrill is also a candidate to slot in as a replacement starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
22 days ago
Merrill came off the bench and logged 27 minutes in the Cavaliers’ win over the Hawks on Wednesday, draining a pair of three-pointers along the way. However, he won’t be available for the rematch, which could allow Keon Ellis and Max Strus to take on a heavier workload.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #3
22 days ago
Friday’s absence will mark the third straight for Bryant, who continues to battle a calf issue. The Cavs will also be without starting center Jarrett Allen, leaving their frontcourt depth fairly thin. Larry Nance Jr. could see an increase in minutes as a result of the injuries.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
22 days ago
On the heels of a 16-point, eight-rebound performance against the Hawks on Wednesday, Allen won’t take the floor in Friday’s rematch. The veteran forward remains an important piece for Cleveland in the middle, thanks to his ability to impact the interior on both ends of the floor. In his absence, Evan Mobley could see more minutes at center, and perhaps someone such as Larry Nance Jr. could find his way into the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
22 days ago
In addition to a sprained right foot, Johnson is dealing with a sore lower back. Leaky Black started Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, but he was limited to 24 minutes, so fantasy managers in active leagues should not expect too big of a boost to his playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #1
22 days ago
Hardy did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, which factored into Sharife Cooper playing 27 minutes off the bench. Cooper should take on a similar workload in Thursday’s rematch.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Power Forward • #16
22 days ago
Gill will be in the Wizards’ rotation on Thursday, but the playing time may be limited. He logged 16 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, with Julian Reese playing 36. The rookie forward/center may be the safer option for fantasy managers in active leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
22 days ago
Coulibaly, who was held out of Sunday’s loss to the Nets due to heel bursitis, logged 24 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls. His absence for Thursday’s rematch opens up a spot in the starting lineup, with Will Riley and Justin Champagnie being potential replacements.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward • #9
22 days ago
Champagnie is good to go after initially being questionable for Thursday’s game. He should take on a similar workload after logging 29 minutes in Tuesday’s blowout loss to the Bulls.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
23 days ago
For the first time since March 21-24, Harden has scored 20 points or more in consecutive games. However, he was anything but efficient against the Hawks. Harden shot 2-of-13 from inside the arc on Wednesday, sinking his overall field-goal percentage. The good news for fantasy managers in active leagues is that he committed just two turnovers. Harden will look to put together a better shooting night when the Cavaliers visit the Hawks on Friday.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
23 days ago
Cleveland’s frontcourt tandem of Mobley and Jarrett Allen had the size advantage on Wednesday, and they took advantage. The former matched his career-high with 19 rebounds while also recording 22 points and three blocked shots. Allen contributed a stat line of 16 points, eight rebounds and two steals. While Cleveland can still grab the third seed in the East, Wednesday and Friday’s games against the Hawks are more likely to be previews of a first-round series.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
23 days ago
After a relatively quiet first half, Mitchell upped his production during the third quarter. The Cavaliers outscored the Hawks by a 44-20 margin in the frame, with Mitchell scoring 13 of those 44 points. Cleveland remains a game behind the Knicks in the loss column for third in the East, and they’re going to need some help to move up since New York holds the tiebreaker. Cleveland finishes the regular season with games against the Hawks and Wizards.
CLE • Power Forward • #32
23 days ago
Wade will return from a seven-game absence and make his way into the Cavs’ starting unit. The veteran forward had struggled with his three-point shot in the four games prior to the ankle injury. However, he’ll return to his floor-spacing role, with a chance to find his rhythm before the playoffs begin. Cleveland is currently fourth in the Eastern Conference standings.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
23 days ago
There was hope that Tyson would be able to return on Wednesday, but he’ll miss at least one more game due to his toe injury. Dean Wade is available and will start, so the Cavaliers should be fine regarding their depth.
Source: Danny Cunningham
WAS • Center and Power Forward • #20
23 days ago
Sarr will miss a sixth consecutive game with a toe injury, while Vukčević will miss his fourth due to a knee injury. The Wizards started Anthony Gill and Julian Reese in Tuesday’s blowout loss to the Bulls, with the latter playing 36 minutes. Gill is questionable, so Reese may still log heavy minutes on Thursday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
23 days ago
Johnson did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, the second straight game that he’s missed. Leaky Black has moved into the starting lineup, and he could remain there even if Johnson plays, as Bilal Coulibaly is also questionable for Thursday’s game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #1
23 days ago
Even with Hardy unavailable for Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, the Wizards had enough available players to roll out a nine-man rotation. If he can play in Thursday’s rematch, Hardy should get minutes off the bench, especially with Bilal Coulibaly listed as questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Power Forward • #16
23 days ago
Gill started Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, but a cervical lumbar contusion limited him to 16 minutes. Julian Reese, who also started on Tuesday, logged 36 minutes. He may have to take on an even heavier workload, as the Wizards remain without Alex Sarr and Tristan Vukčević.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
23 days ago
Coulibaly played in Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, logging 24 minutes as part of the starting lineup. If he can’t play, Justin Champagnie and Will Riley are potential replacements. While Riley is not on the injury report, Champagnie is also questionable with a knee injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward • #9
23 days ago
Champagnie was also questionable ahead of Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, a game in which he played 29 minutes off the bench. If available, he’ll take on a similar role on Thursday. Jamir Watkins may take on additional minutes if Champagnie can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
23 days ago
Mitchell is back after sitting out Monday’s win over the Grizzlies. His return will bump Keon Ellis to the bench.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
WAS • • #
24 days ago
Reese had another excellent game with a very similar stat line to his game against the Nets on Sunday. The 22-year-old rookie power forward filled up the box scored in his 36 minutes on the floor. Reese has made it clear that he’ll be a fantasy asset whenever he starts.
WAS • • #
24 days ago
Coulibaly is back after missing Sunday’s loss to the Nets, with his return pushing Jamir Watkins to the bench. Reese will make another start, and he played 44 minutes the last time out.
Source: Washington Wizards
WAS • Point Guard • #11
24 days ago
While the Wizards kept the door open on a return at some point before the end of the season, Young’s remaining sidelined is no surprise. He appeared in five games after being traded from Atlanta to Washington and is expected to be one of the Wizards’ cornerstones moving forward. Young’s recent injury history will make it challenging to trust him with a first-round pick in fantasy drafts next fall. Still, he has the potential to offer that kind of value, especially for managers punting turnovers.
Source: Chase Hughes
WAS • Power Forward and Center • #3
24 days ago
Davis was cleared for light contact last week as the Wizards tried to ramp up the 33-year-old center for a return, but just ran out of time. With Davis this close to returning, he should have a normal offseason and be ready for the start of next year.
Source: Chase Hughes
WAS • Shooting Guard • #1
24 days ago
Hardy was initially listed as questionable with back spasms, but has since been ruled out for Tuesday’s game against the Bulls. Leaky Black could be of added importance with Tre Johnson (foot) also sidelined.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
24 days ago
Both Tyson and Wade have missed significant time, but the pair have a chance to return in Wednesday’s tilt with the Hawks. With Thomas Bryant (calf) ruled out, Larry Nance Jr. could enjoy some additional run if Tyson or Wade end up sitting out again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
24 days ago
Spida sat out Monday, but he could be back in action after just a one-game absence. If Mitchell is unable to take the court, Keon Ellis could replace him in the starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
24 days ago
Harden and Strus will return after both players sat out Monday’s matchup with the Pacers. The game was the second leg of a back-to-back set, so their absences were likely maintenance-related. Harden and Strus should each handle their typical workloads.
Source: NBA Injury Report