Isaac Okoro News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

Sidelined for Sunday's contest Okoro (knee) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Heat.

Impact After sitting out Saturday's 116-102 win over the Hornets, Okoro will end up missing both legs of Cleveland's back-to-back set while he gets more time off to recover from a bruised left knee. Dean Wade replaced Okoro in the starting five Saturday and will presumably do so again Sunday.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Okoro (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hornets, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Okoro was added to the injury report as questionable after leaving Thursday's matchup with a knee injury, and the team has since determined that he won't suit up Saturday. Georges Niang and Dean Wade should be in line for more chances as a result.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Saturday Okoro (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Hornets, Evan Dammarell of DownEuclid.com reports.

Impact Okoro injured his left knee during Thursday's 126-114 win over the Nuggets, and his status for Saturday's game won't likely be known until he goes through pregame warmups. Caris LeVert, Georges Niang and Dean Wade would all be candidates to enter the Cavs' starting five and see increased playing time if Okoro is unable to play Saturday.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Wednesday Okoro won't return to Wednesday's game against the Nuggets due to a left knee contusion, Evan Dammarell of DownEuclid.com reports.

Impact Okoro didn't start the second half due to the injury, and the Cavaliers are taking the safe route here by ruling him out for the rest of the game. Caris LeVert should see an uptick in minutes with Okoro sidelined, although Dean Wade and Georges Niang should see minutes as well. It remains to be seen if the latter will recover in time to face the Hornets on Saturday.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Will play Sunday vs. Toronto Okoro (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Raptors, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Okoro has missed the Cavaliers' last two games due to a left ankle sprain, but he will play Sunday. Okoro was in the starting lineup for eight straight games prior to his injury, and over that span he averaged 6.6 points, 1.9 assists and 1.6 rebounds over 21.3 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday Okoro (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Okoro is in danger of missing his third straight contest Sunday due to a left ankle sprain. If Okoro is ruled out again, Sam Merrill and Jaylon Tyson are candidates to receive increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in practice Okoro (ankle) was a full participant in Saturday's practice, Ethan Sands of Cleveland.com reports.

Impact Okoro missed a pair of games due to a left ankle sprain, but he looks to be on track to play Sunday against Toronto. Okoro started in eight consecutive games before suffering the injury, averaging 6.6 points, 1.9 assists and 1.6 rebounds across 21.3 minutes.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Wednesday Okoro (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Okoro will miss both halves of Cleveland's current back-to-back set after spraining his ankle against Charlotte on Sunday. He'll have plenty of time to rest and recover before trying to suit up versus the Raptors on Sunday. With so many players sidelined for the second half of the back-to-back set, Ty Jerome, Craig Porter and Georges Niang are candidates for season-high roles against New Orleans.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Okoro (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game versus the Celtics, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Okoro has been downgraded from questionable to out Tuesday due to a sprained left ankle he suffered against Boston. With Caris LeVert (knee) also out, Georges Niang should see increased playing time. Okoro's next chance to suit up is Wednesay's matchup with New Orleans.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Tuesday Okoro (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Okoro sprained his left ankle in the first half of Sunday's 128-114 win over the Hornets. It was severe enough for him to be sidelined for the second half, but it remains to be seen whether he'll be able to play Tuesday. If Okoro is sidelined, Craig Porter and Ty Jerome would be the top candidates to see increased playing time off the bench.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't return Sunday Okoro (ankle) did not return to Sunday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Okoro left the game in the second quarter due to a left ankle sprain and was not able to return. He concluded the contest with six points (3-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one assist in 13 minutes of action. Okoro will have an opportunity to suit up Tuesday against the Celtics, but if he is unable to go, Caris LeVert will likely see an uptick in minutes.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with left ankle sprain Okoro is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Charlotte due to a left ankle sprain, Sam Amico of HoopsWire.com reports.

Impact Okoro remained in the locker room to get further evaluation on his left ankle. Caris LeVert started in the second half and will see an uptick in minutes if Okoro doesn't return Sunday.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Remains in locker room Okoro (undisclosed) is in the locker room for the second half of Sunday's game against the Hornets, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports.

Impact It's unclear what Okoro is being evaluated for, but he did not come out with the team for the second half. Caris LeVert started for the Cavaliers in place of Okoro for the start of the third quarter.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Modest performance despite start Okoro recorded nine points (3-6 FG, 3-6 3Pt), two rebounds and two steals over 20 minutes during Wednesday's 114-106 win over the 76ers.

Impact Okoro continues to start for the Cavaliers, having now run with the opening unit for six consecutive games. However, despite the opportunity, Okoro has failed to make the most of the situation, scoring double-digits only once, adding a combined five defensive stats. While he is likely to remain in the starting lineup, there is no indication his production will head north any time soon.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sticking in starting lineup Okoro will start Friday's game against the Warriors, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.

Impact Dean Wade (illness) has been cleared to return following a multi-game absence, but Okoro will stick in the starting lineup for at least one more contest. Over his last two starts, Okoro has totaled 23 points, seven rebounds, five assists and a steal in 50 minutes.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Drawing spot start Monday Okoro will start Monday's game against the Bucks, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact With Caris LeVert (knee) and Dean Wade (illness) out, Okoro will make his first start of the season. Across 49 starts last season, including the postseason, Okoro averaged 10.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.2 steals-plus-blocks in 29.1 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Gets hot from three Okoro accumulated 13 points (4-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal over 28 minutes during Saturday's 114-113 win over the Bucks.

Impact Okoro did the majority of his damage from beyond the arc in this one, scoring nine of his 13 points from deep. The Auburn product has been locked in from three over his last two appearances, hitting five of eight attempts to produce his two best scoring performances of the young campaign.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal impact in win Okoro closed Wednesday's 136-106 win over Toronto with three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one block in 19 minutes.

Impact Despite starting 42 of his 69 regular-season appearances in 2023-24, Okoro was relegated to a bench role on Opening Night. Even with Max Strus (ankle) set to miss at least six weeks of action, Dean Wade drew the start at small forward. If Okoro continues to fail to crack 20 minutes of playing time, it will be hard for him to generate significant fantasy value.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Okoro won't start Wednesday's preseason game against Detroit.

Impact Okoro drew the start Thursday as the Cavaliers opted to rest its regular starters. With the first unit active Wednesday, Okoro will shift back to the second unit.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting five Thursday Okoro is in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against the Pacers.

Impact Okoro will start at small forward since the Cavaliers are resting several regulars, including Max Strus. It seems the battle between Strus and Okoro to see who opens the season as the starting small forward is the only positional battle to watch in the Cavaliers camp. Okoro signed a three-year, $38 million contract to stay in Cleveland in September.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Reports: Cavaliers lock up defensive wing Isaac Okoro with 3-year deal | NBA.com Restricted free agent forward Isaac Okoro reportedly has agreed to re-sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers on a 3-year contract.

SEPTEMBER 14 • NBA.COM

Cavs keep F Isaac Okoro with three-year, $38M deal Forward Isaac Okoro agreed Saturday to a three-year deal to stay with the Cleveland Cavaliers, ESPN reported, attributing the news to Okoro’...

SEPTEMBER 14 • THESTATE.COM

Cavaliers and free agent forward Isaac Okoro agree to 3-year, $38 million deal, AP source says

A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that restricted free agent forward Isaac Okoro has agreed to re-sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers on a three-year...

SEPTEMBER 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Staying in Cleveland The Cavaliers re-signed Okoro to a three-year, $38 million contract Saturday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Okoro was a restricted free agent but is now set to stay in Cleveland for at least three more years. In 2023-24, he averaged 9.4 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 27.3 minutes across 69 appearances, including 42 starts. Next season, he should continue to battle for a starting job with Max Strus.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Brooklyn Nets Reportedly 'Interested' In Sign-and-Trade for Isaac Okoro The rumors surrounding Brooklyn Nets' forwards Dorian Finney-Smith and Cam Johnson may finally be coming to fruition. Per Michael Scotto of...

JULY 29 • SI.COM

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Cavaliers and free agent forward Isaac Okoro agree to 3-year, $38 million deal, AP source says