JT Thor News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

Recalled from G League on Thursday Thor was recalled from the Cavaliers' G League affiliate and will suit up for Thursday's game against the Nuggets, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Thor will be available if need be Thursday, though he has only appeared in two regular-season games for the Cavaliers this season. In the two-way forward's two outings, he accumulated 14 points, two rebounds, two blocks and two steals across 14 total minutes.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Posts season-high 12 points Thor racked up 12 points (4-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one block and two steals in 13 minutes during Wednesday's 128-100 victory over the Pelicans.

Impact Thor made just his second appearance of the season for the Cavaliers during Wednesday's blowout win over the Pelicans. The 22-year-old forward capitalized on his extended playing time by converting all four of his field-goal attempts and posting a season-high 12 points. As a two-way player, Thor will continue to split time between the NBA and G League.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inks two-way pact with Cleveland The Cavaliers signed Thor to a two-way contract Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact After three years with the Hornets, Thor will join the Cavs on a two-way deal. The 21-year-old played in 63 regular-season games for Charlotte last season, during which he averaged 3.2 points and 2.3 rebounds across 12.4 minutes. Thor also shot a career-high 34.6 percent from deep while averaging 1.3 attempts per game.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play for South Sudan Thor is included on South Sudan's roster for the Paris Olympics.

Impact Thor spent the past three seasons in the NBA with the Hornets but became an unrestricted free agent in late June. Over 63 appearances with Charlotte last year, he averaged 3.2 points and 2.3 rebounds in 12.4 minutes per game. He'll have a chance to compete for South Sudan in the Olympics as he continues to seek out a new deal in the NBA.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will be unrestricted free agent The Hornets are declining Thor's fourth-year player option on Friday, making him an unrestricted free agent, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Thor spent the last three seasons in Charlotte and averaged 3.2 points and rebounds in 12.4 minutes across 63 appearances, including three starts, in 2023-24. However, the 21-year-old forward will now be able to test the open market in free agency.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

Career night vs. Cleveland Thor notched 20 points (8-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, three blocks and two steals in 41 minutes during Sunday's 120-110 victory over the Cavaliers.

Impact Thor got his third start of the season in the Hornets' regular-season finale. He took advantage by scoring a career-high 20 points, and he was one rebound shy of registering the first double-double of his career. Thor finishes his third season with Charlotte averaging 3.2 points and 2.3 rebounds over 12.4 minutes per game.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

In starting lineup Thor will start at power forward in Sunday's season finale versus the Cavaliers.

Impact With the Hornets sitting most of their regular rotation, Thor will get an opportunity to shine. He has averaged 7.0 points, 4.5 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 27.6 minutes in two starts this season.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench Thor isn't starting Friday against the Magic.

Impact Thor drew a start Wednesday against the Trail Blazers and tallied nine points, five rebounds, an assist and a block in 27 minutes during the loss. However, he'll retreat to the bench since Miles Bridges (wrist) is returning to action Friday.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Thor will be in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Portland, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Thor is getting a spot-start with Miles Bridges (wrist) unavailable, so he could be someone to consider in daily leagues with a favorable matchup against the Trail Blazers. Joining him in the first unit will be Tre Mann, Brandon Miller, Davis Bertans and Grant Williams.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Thor (shoulder) is available for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact As expected, Thor has been upgraded from probable to available. He's appeared in five of Charlotte's last seven games, averaging 3.0 points and 9.8 minutes during that stretch.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Monday Thor (shoulder) is probable for Monday's game against Cleveland.

Impact Thor was unavailable for Saturday's game against Atlanta due to his shoulder injury, but he'll likely be able to return Monday. However, he's been an inconsistent part of the rotation recently, so it's unclear how much playing time he'll see.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Thor (shoulder) has been downgraded to out for Saturday's matchup against the Hawks.

Impact Thor logged 13 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's loss to Orlando, but he won't be able to feature in this one. His availability is not going to impact many fantasy decisions, however, as Thor is averaging a mere 8.5 minutes per game since the All-Star break. His next chance to play will come against the Cavaliers on Monday.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to questionable Thor (shoulder) has been downgraded to questionable ahead of Saturday's game in Atlanta.

Impact Thor was originally given a probable designation, so he is now trending in the wrong direction. More clarity on his status figures to come closer to tipoff after he is able to test his shoulder out.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Saturday Thor is probable for Saturday's game against Atlanta due to left shoulder inflammation.

Impact Despite his shoulder issue, Thor will likely be able to suit up against the Hawks. He played 13 minutes Tuesday against Orlando but hasn't been a consistent part of the Hornets' rotation recently.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Obsolete role continues Thor ended with five points (2-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt) and one rebound over 12 minutes during Saturday's 110-99 win over the Nets.

Impact Thor played 13 minutes off the bench, offering very little in terms of fantasy production. He has been in and out of the rotation over the past month, despite the fact the Hornets are dealing with injuries to multiple players. At this point, there is no reason to consider him a worthwhile target, even in deeper formants.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Hits two threes Thor racked up seven points (2-3 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and two blocks across 16 minutes during Monday's 128-125 victory over the Timberwolves.

Impact Thor notched his third game this season with multiple made threes, encapsulating what has been a disappointing season from the perspective of stagnating as a shooter. Through 35 appearances thus far, the 21-year-old is shooting just 36.2 percent from the field on 3.6 shots per game. Thor's 469 minute sample size is small, but his defensive performance has been credible, as the Hornets are 5.5 points better per 100 possessions with Thor on the court compared to when he's on the bench.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal playing time continues Thor provided two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and two rebounds in six minutes during Tuesday's 111-104 win over Sacramento.

Impact With Charlotte shorthanded, Thor has played in only four of the last seven games, logging six or fewer minutes in each of his appearances during that stretch. The 2021 second-round pick doesn't need to be on fantasy radars, even in deeper leagues.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Poor performance Saturday Thor finished Saturday's 135-82 loss to the 76ers with two points (1-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and two rebounds in 22 minutes.

Impact Thor played meaningful minutes in the loss, yet still managed to produce nothing on the stat sheet. It was the sixth time he has played more than 20 minutes all season, a number that is probably too high given what we have seen from him on the floor. Even in deeper formats, Thor holds no fantasy value.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Thor isn't in the starting lineup for Friday's game versus the Bucks, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Thor and Theo Maledon will head to the bench due to the return of Brandon Miller and Gordon Hayward to the starting lineup Friday. With Miles Bridges also back from suspension, Thor could see his minutes drastically decrease.

NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Irrelevant in start Thor contributed five points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist over 28 minutes during Tuesday's 111-105 loss to the Heat.

Impact Thor started with Gordon Hayward (hamstring) out, but he failed to capitalize on the opportunity. There was preseason hype for a Thor breakout entering his third season, but no such output has occurred yet. The 21-year-old is a good defensive piece for Charlotte, but his fantasy upside is non-existent.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Thor is in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Heat, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Thor will replace Gordon Hayward (hamstring) in the starting lineup Tuesday. Thor is averaging 4.3 points and 3.8 assists in 19.0 minutes across his first nine appearances this season, but should see an increased role due to Charlotte dealing with extensive injuries.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 19 minutes Thor finished with seven points (3-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt), two rebounds and three assists over 19 minutes during Monday's 133-121 loss to the Nets.

Impact Thor has had a pretty decent role so far this season, averaging 4.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 0.7 three-pointers in 21.3 minutes per game. Thor had a strong offseason which earned him the trust of the coaching staff, and it's worth keeping a close eye on his workloads going forward.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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