Max Strus News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

Not starting in return Strus won't start Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.

Impact Strus is set to return from a one-game absence for maintenance purposes, though Dean Wade will replace him in the starting five. Strus has averaged 12.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 24.0 minutes per game over six appearances off the bench this season.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from injury report Strus (foot) is available for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Strus had sat out Monday's win over Memphis for maintenance purposes. The sharpshooter has started three consecutive contests, and Strus has averaged 12.7 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 3.3 three-pointers in 25.1 minutes per tilt through nine outings this season.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Cleveland faces Atlanta, aims for 4th straight victory

Cleveland looks to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory against Atlanta

APRIL 7 • Associated Press

Won't suit up Monday Strus (foot) is out for Monday's game against Memphis.

Impact This is a maintenance day for the sharpshooter for the second leg of this back-to-back set. Strus had a tough showing Sunday against the Pacers with four points on 1-of-10 shooting from the field.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

There's no reason to worry about Max Strus' horrible game on Easter | Sporting News Cleveland Cavaliers fans don't need to worry about Max Strus after his awful outing on Easter Sunday.

APRIL 6 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Returns after brief exit Sunday Strus (hand) returned to Sunday's game against Indiana, Danny Cunningham of Sports Radio 92.3 The Fan Cleveland reports.

Impact Strus injured his left hand in the first half and exited to the locker room. However, despite having his left hand taped, he was back on the floor to begin the third quarter.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 3 • DEADSPIN.COM

CAVALIERS at WARRIORS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | April 2, 2026

APRIL 3 • YOUTUBE

Catches fire from deep Strus produced 24 points (9-14 FG, 6-10 3Pt), five rebounds and two assists in 28 minutes during Thursday's 118-111 win over the Warriors.

Impact Strus had his shot working from beyond the arc Thursday, which where he tacked on 18 of his 24 points. He's been highly effective from downtown of late, drilling six or more treys in two of his last three appearances. Strus has started back-to-back games for the Cavs and will have a chance to run with the first unit for at least one additional matchup while Dean Wade recovers from an ankle injury.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Donovan Mitchell scores 25, Max Strus 24 as Cavaliers hold off Warriors 118-111

Donovan Mitchell had 25 points and six rebounds, Max Strus’ 3-pointer with 54 seconds left helped seal it as he scored 24, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Golden State Warrior...

APRIL 3 • Associated Press

Podziemski and the Warriors take on Mitchell and the Cavaliers

Golden State takes on Cleveland in out-of-conference play

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Starting Tuesday Strus will start Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

Impact With Sam Merrill (hamstring) sidelined, Strus will draw his first start of the season. Over six appearances off the bench, the 30-year-old forward is averaging 12.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 24.0 minutes per contest.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Tuesday Strus (foot) will be available for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Strus is no longer on the injury report after missing Monday's game against Utah for injury management. In six appearances this season, Strus holds averages of 12.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Mobley and Mitchell each score 34 but Cavs need late run to dunk Jazz

Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell each scored 34 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers used a late fourth-quarter surge to beat the Utah Jazz 122-113

MARCH 31 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Monday Strus (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Strus will miss the front end of this back-to-back set due to left foot injury management, and his next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday against the Lakers. With Jaylon Tyson (toe) and Dean Wade (ankle) also sidelined, Keon Ellis, Sam Merrill and Nae'Qwan Tomlin are all likely to see increased playing time.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

How Max Strus Could Be Key to Cleveland Cavaliers Playoff Success After blowing out his former team on Friday night, Cleveland Cavaliers sharpshooter Max Strus cracked a beer for his postgame media availabi...

MARCH 28 • SI.COM

Max Strus felt he could not miss in his best game since making his Cavaliers return | Sporting News Max Strus was superb against the Miami Heat on Friday, which was his best performance since his return from injury.

MARCH 28 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Cavaliers' secret weapon comes alive at the most crucial time The Cleveland Cavaliers needed Max Strus to return to himself, and he did so in a big way on Friday night - a critical piece of their playof...

MARCH 28 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Cavs vs Heat | Max Strus Highlights | 03.27.2026

MARCH 28 • YOUTUBE

Max Strus makes eight 3s scores 29, Jarrett Allen returns as Cavs roll to 149-128 win over Heat

Max Strus scored 29 points, Evan Mobley 23 and Jarrett Allen came back from injury to add 18, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 149-128 win over Miami

MARCH 28 • Associated Press

Huge night from three vs. Miami Strus posted 29 points (10-14 FG, 8-11 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds and one assist over 23 minutes during the Cavaliers' 149-128 win over the Heat on Friday.

Impact Strus helped the Cavaliers build a commanding lead early on, scoring 22 of his game-high 29 points in the first half. It was the third time in his NBA career that he connected on eight triples, and he was one shy from tying a career high he set Jan. 31, 2022, also against Miami. Friday's contest demonstrated Strus' value to the team, especially in games where either one or both of Donovan Mitchell and James Harden struggle from the field.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Jarrett Allen sparks Cavaliers in return from injury, scores 18 in blowout over Heat

Center Jarrett Allen sparked Cleveland in his return from injury, scoring 18 points in 18 minutes as the Cavaliers rocked the Miami Heat 149-128

MARCH 27 • Associated Press

Not listed on injury report Strus (rest) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Friday's meeting with Miami.

Impact Strus sat out Wednesday's game for rest purposes with that one coming as the second in a back-to-back set, but he'll be back in action Friday night. With Strus active, Nae'Qwan Tomlin's minutes could dip a bit.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Resting Wednesday Strus has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Heat due to left foot injury management.

Impact Strus will sit out the second half of Cleveland's back-to-back set after posting 11 points, three rebounds, three assists and one steal in 27 minutes during Tuesday's 136-131 win over the Magic. That was his first double-digit outing since dropping 24 points during his season debut against Dallas on March 15. In his absence, Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis are candidates for increased roles.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Donovan Mitchell and James Harden power the Cavaliers past the Pelicans 111-106

Donovan Mitchell scored 27 points and James Harden, held scoreless in the first half, added 20 second-half points to power the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 111-106 comeback victory ove...

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

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