Matthew Cleveland - College Basketball News & Rumors

Scores 24 in return to lineup Cleveland supplied 24 points (9-12 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 35 minutes during Sunday's 94-75 win over Presbyterian.

Impact Cleveland came off the bench in his previous four games amid a rough stretch, but any talk of a slump can be ruled out after this contest. The senior forward was efficient and missed just three of his 12 shots from the field en route to posting a season-high mark in scoring. Cleveland is averaging 12.8 points per game when deployed in a starting role, and he's expected to maintain his place in the starting unit going forward.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs first double-double of season Cleveland recorded 15 points (7-9 FG, 1-1 FT), 10 rebounds, one block and one steal over 25 minutes during Tuesday's 76-73 loss to Arkansas.

Impact Cleveland dealt with an unspecified injury leading up to the start of the season, and it's fair to question if that had been playing a role in his limited production. Prior to Tuesday, he had been limited to just two points in consecutive contests. The senior appeared to get back on track in this one, however, despite not cracking the starting lineup for the second game in a row. Fantasy managers are certainly hoping this is a sign of things to come, as Cleveland's scoring, rebounding and assist averages are all still significantly down from last year with Miami, even after this quality outing.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs minutes off bench Cleveland (undisclosed) finished with two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and two steals in 16 minutes during Miami's loss to Charleston Southern.

Impact Cleveland was available but clearly in a limited capacity, logging his second straight game of under 20 minutes. Cleveland has taken just four shots combined over his last two games after having taken at least five shots in all five games prior to getting injured. He should be considered questionable for Tuesday's meeting with Arkansas until coach Jim Larranaga provides a better update.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out of starting five Cleveland is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Charleston Southern.

Impact Cleveland had made four consecutive starts but suffered an apparent injury in the loss to VCU last Sunday, leading to a season-low 11 minutes after he didn't play in the second half. It's unclear if he's available off the bench or not, as A.J. Staton-McCray will get the start in his place.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nears double-double Cleveland produced 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-4 3Pt), seven rebounds and one assist across 25 minutes during Sunday's 93-63 win over Coppin State.

Impact Cleveland returned to the starting lineup for this contest and delivered an impressive performance, finishing just three boards shy of recording a double-double. This was his first start of the campaign, but expect Cleveland to remain in such a role going forward.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Matthew Cleveland scores 15 and Miami rolls to 93-63 victory over Coppin State

Matthew Cleveland scored 15 points to lead six players in double figures and Miami rolled to a 93-63 victory over winless Coppin State

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • Associated Press

Starting Sunday Cleveland will start Sunday against Coppin State.

Impact Cleveland started all 29 games for the Canes last season, though he came off the bench in Miami's first two games this season. The senior's averaging nine points and 5.5 rebounds across 20.5 minutes to open the campaign.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in opener Cleveland notched nine points (4-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one assist and one steal over 21 minutes during Monday's 113-72 win over FDU.

Impact After starting all 29 nine games he appeared in for Miami in 2023-24 Cleveland was cleared to play early but came off the bench -- a clear sign he wasn't at 100 percent. He still logged a comparable minutes total to the starters and was efficient from a shooting standpoint, so he's likely not far away from greater production. He now has nearly a full week to rest up before Miami takes on Binghamton, and barring any setbacks, a return to the starting five should be on the table.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting opener Cleveland is not in the starting lineup for Monday's season opener against Fairleigh-Dickinson.

Impact It was reported earlier that Cleveland would be available, but he won't be starting despite starting all 29 games he appeared in for the Hurricanes last year. Brandon Johnson will got the nod at power forward in his stead, which could limit Cleveland's fantasy upside in the season opener.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available in opener Cleveland (undisclosed) will be available in Miami's opener against Fairleigh-Dickinson, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Cleveland was questionable ahead of the Hurricanes' opener, but appears to be good to go. The forward is in line for a big year in Coral Gables after averaging 13.7 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.3 steals last season.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for FDU game Cleveland (undisclosed) is questionable for Miami's game against Fairleigh-Dickinson on Nov. 4, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Currently, an undisclosed problem is affecting Cleveland's availability. The update indicates he will likely sit out Miami's exhibition game against Saint Leo on Wednesday, giving him no game time to prepare for when the regular season begins on Nov. 4.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Matthew Cleveland returning to Miami for senior season Forward Matthew Cleveland is returning to Miami for his senior season, he announced on Saturday.

APRIL 27, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Scores 10 in return Cleveland contributed 10 points (4-14 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and two steals over 35 minutes during Saturday's 80-76 loss to Georgia Tech.

Impact It wasn't the best shooting day for Cleveland in his return to the lineup, but he'll at least have a quick turnaround with the Canes set to take on North Carolina on Monday.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not in starting five Wednesday Cleveland (illness) is not listed in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Duke, Conor O'Neill of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Cleveland was deemed questionable for this contest with an illness. It's not clear as to whether or not he will actually see the floor in this one yet. Paul Djobet will get the start in his place. Nevertheless, it would be wise to look in other places than Cleveland for DFS purposes.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Duke Cleveland (illness) is questionable for Miami's game Wednesday against Duke, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact According to Adam Lichtenstein of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, Cleveland was expected to participate in but not certain for Miami's team practice Tuesday. Unfortunately for Miami, the less likely and worst outcome came to fruition, with Cleveland not practicing instead, hence his questionable status. Ideally for the Hurricanes, they can provide some positive news concerning his availability within the next hour.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

VIDEO: Jim Larranaga, Matthew Cleveland and Bensley Joseph preview No. 3 North Carolina Watch head coach Jim Larranaga, small forward Matthew Cleveland and point guard Bensley Joseph at a press conference before practice on Frid...

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Matthew Cleveland helps Miami defeat Virginia Tech Matthew Cleveland posted 15 points and a game-high 13 rebounds, and Bensley Joseph scored all 14 of his points in the second half as host Mi...

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Cleveland's double-double helps balanced Miami defeat Virginia Tech 82-74

Matthew Cleveland had 15 points and 13 rebounds, five Miami players scored in double figures and the Hurricanes defeated Virginia Tech 82-74

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • Associated Press

Matthew Cleveland has 15-13 in return, Hurricanes earn comeback win over Virginia Tech 82-74 Matthew Cleveland had 15 points and a season-high13 rebounds in his return after missing the last two games with a hip injury and the Miami...

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Matthew Cleveland practices ahead of facing Virginia Tech An injury update on Matthew Cleveland.

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Ruled out once again Cleveland (hip) is out for Tuesday's game against NC State, Michelle Kaufman of The Miami Herald reports.

Impact Cleveland will miss a second consecutive game with a nagging hip problem, and his absence represents a blow for the Hurricanes since he's been a massive two-way threat for the team all season long. His next chance to feature will come against Virginia Tech on Saturday.

JANUARY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable at NC State Cleveland (hip) is questionable for Miami's game Tuesday at North Carolina State, according to Adam Lichtenstein of the South Florida Sun Sentinel.

Impact Miami's head coach Jim Larranaga recently said that Cleveland continues to recover from a "badly bruised" hip, which caused his DNP when the team hosted Pittsburgh on Saturday. Because of Cleveland's current status, Larranaga is unsure if the injured junior will play at North Carolina State, hence his questionable tag.

JANUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

RECAP: FSU Basketball Beats Miami, Matthew Cleveland for 5th Straight Win The Seminoles held on down the stretch to finish off another victory.

JANUARY 18, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Cleveland and Miami (FL) host Florida State

Miami (FL) hosts the Florida State Seminoles after Matthew Cleveland scored 21 points in Miami (FL)'s 75-71 win against the Virginia Tech Hokies

JANUARY 17, 2024 • Associated Press

Miami holds on for 75-71 win at Virginia Tech Matthew Cleveland scored 21 points and Nijel Pack added 19 as Miami handed Virginia Tech its first home loss this season, 75-71, Saturday ni...

JANUARY 14, 2024 • SUNHERALD.COM

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Matthew Cleveland scores 15 and Miami rolls to 93-63 victory over Coppin State

Cleveland's double-double helps balanced Miami defeat Virginia Tech 82-74

Cleveland and Miami (FL) host Florida State