Dean Wade News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

On track to return Monday Wade (knee) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Wade is trending toward returning Monday from a five-game absence due to a left knee contusion. His impending return could lead to Craig Porter or Jaylon Tyson moving from the starting lineup to the bench against Oklahoma City. Over his last 10 outings (all starts), Wade averaged 7.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.7 threes over 23.8 minutes per game.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Friday Wade (knee) won't play Friday versus the 76ers.

Impact This will be the fifth straight game on the inactive list for Wade, which will lead to more minutes for Jaylon Tyson and De'Andre Hunter. Wade's next chance to play will come Monday versus the Thunder.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Still out Wade (knee) is listed as out for Wednesday's game against Philadelphia.

Impact Wade will miss a fourth straight game with a bruised left knee. Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson and De'Andre Hunter are candidates to see expanded roles due to Wade's absence. His next chance to play will come Friday in a rematch with the 76ers.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Wade (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup with the Jazz.

Impact This will be the third consecutive game on the sidelines for Wade, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Wednesday's game in Philadelphia. Jaylon Tyson, De'Andre Hunter and Nae'Qwan Tomlin will continue to pick up the slack in Wade's absence.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Saturday Wade (knee) won't play Saturday versus the Timberwolves.

Impact Wade has missed four of the past five games with this knee injury, and for now, he should be considered questionable at best for Monday's matchup with the Jazz. Jaylon Tyson, De'Andre Hunter and Nae'Qwan Tomlin will divvy up Wade's minutes.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

T-wolves beat Cavaliers 131-122 behind Randle's 28 points, set season highs for shooting percentages

Julius Randle had 28 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists to help the Minnesota Timberwolves hang on to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 131-122 for their fourth consecutive victory

JANUARY 9 • Associated Press

Won't play Thursday Wade (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Minnesota.

Impact Wade picked up a left knee bruise during Tuesday's game, and the issue will prevent him from suiting up Thursday. The forward's absence should mean more opportunities for Jaylon Tyson, De'Andre Hunter and Nae'Qwan Tomlin.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Cavaliers fan favorite should be safe from cost-cutting deals this season The Cleveland Cavaliers aren't ready to ship off Dean Wade at the trade deadline, risking his free agency in the summer.

JANUARY 7 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Cavaliers rally late for 120-116 win while handing the Pacers a franchise-record 13th straight loss

Darius Garland scored 29 points to fuel a fourth-quarter rally and the Cleveland Cavaliers used a 13-point run to beat the struggling Indiana Pacers 120-116 for their fourth win in...

JANUARY 7 • Associated Press

Won't return Tuesday Wade won't return to Tuesday's game against the Pacers due to a left knee contusion, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Wade returned from a two-game absence Tuesday due to a left knee contusion, though he logged just eight minutes before exiting and will finish with three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 3Pt) and one rebound. Jaylon Tyson will likely see increased playing time the rest of the way due to Wade being sidelined. His next opportunity to play will come Thursday against Minnesota.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Tuesday Wade (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Wade will return from a two-game absence due to a left knee contusion. Over his last five appearances (all starts), the 29-year-old forward has averaged 7.6 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.8 assists across 24.0 minutes per contest. With Wade back in action, there will be fewer minutes available for Nae'Qwan Tomlin.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Wade (knee) has been upgraded to probable for Tuesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Wade was previously listed as questionable, but he's now likely to return from a two-game absence. This is good news for Cleveland, as Jaylon Tyson (illness) is now questionable to suit up.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Status in question for Tuesday Wade (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Wade is in danger of missing his third straight matchup due to a left knee injury. Jaylon Tyson would presumably be in line for another start if Wade is ultimately unable to suit up.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Wade (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pistons, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Wade will end up missing a second consecutive game due to left knee soreness, and his next chance to play is in Tuesday's road game against the Pacers. Jaylon Tyson will likely start in a second consecutive game in Wade's absence.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Wade (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Wade remains day-to-day after missing Friday's game against the Nuggets. The forward is averaging 8.7 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.8 assists over his last six games.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Cavs to be without two regulars Friday night vs. Denver Nuggets The Cavs, riding a two-game winning streak going into Friday night’s game against the undermanned Denver Nuggets, will be without starting s...

JANUARY 2 • CLEVELAND.COM

Won't play Friday vs. Denver Wade (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Ethan Sands of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Wade popped up on Friday's injury report due to left knee soreness, which will prevent him from playing against Denver. He has started in each of the Cavaliers' last nine games, so Jaylon Tyson and De'Andre Hunter figure to be the top candidates to enter Cleveland's starting five. Wade's next chance to play is Sunday against the Pistons.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Wade is questionable for Friday's game against the Nuggets with left knee soreness.

Impact This is a new injury for Wade, but the questionable tag suggests that he's day-to-day. The forward is averaging 7.7 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 25.1 minutes per game over his last seven outings.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Notches 10 points Wade logged 10 points (4-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt) and five rebounds in 25 minutes during Monday's 113-101 victory over the Spurs.

Impact Despite some sizable workloads, Wade remains a low-end fantasy asset for the Cavaliers. In 23.1 minutes per contest, he's averaging 5.9 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.2 three-pointers on 39.5 percent shooting from the field.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Durant scores 30 points to lead the Rockets to a dominant win over the Cavaliers

Kevin Durant scored 30 points in three quarters to lead the Houston Rockets to an easy 117-100 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Fares well off bench Wade notched 14 points (4-7 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds and two assists across 28 minutes during Monday's 139-132 win over the Hornets.

Impact Wade had a strong showing Monday, but lines like these have been few and far between. Across 28 regular-season appearances, Wade has posted averages of 5.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.1 three-pointers in 22.9 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 23, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Mitchell scores 30 points as the Cavaliers beat the Hornets 139-132 to end a 3-game losing streak

Donovan Mitchell scored 30 points and De’Andre Hunter had 15 of his 27 points in the second half, powering the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 139-132 victory over the Charlotte Hornets

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Offers nothing in start Wade closed with two points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in 22 minutes during Wednesday's 127-111 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Wade remained in the starting lineup, although he offered nothing in terms of tangible production. Coming off arguably his best performance of the season, this effort was more in line with what we have come to expect from Wade. Through 26 games, he has averaged just 5.4 points and 1.0 three-pointers in 22.5 minutes per game. Even if he continues to start, there is no reason to pay too much attention, outside of deeper formats.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Wade is part of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Charlotte, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.

Impact Wade will make his fourth start of the campaign, replacing Jaylon Tyson in the first unit while Evan Mobley (calf) is sidelined. In his three starts this season, Wade averaged 7.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.0 steals across 27.3 minutes.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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T-wolves beat Cavaliers 131-122 behind Randle's 28 points, set season highs for shooting percentages

Cavaliers rally late for 120-116 win while handing the Pacers a franchise-record 13th straight loss

Kevin Durant scores 30 points to lead the Rockets to a dominant win over the Cavaliers

Mitchell scores 30 points as the Cavaliers beat the Hornets 139-132 to end a 3-game losing streak