Sam Merrill News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

Retreating to bench Merrill will be deployed off the bench Thursday against Brooklyn, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.

Impact Merrill will move back to a bench role with the Cavs' starting five returning to health. He ended his seven-game tenure with the starters on a high note, as he dropped 32 points in Cleveland's final game before the All-Star break.

7 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

How a Cavs social post motivated Sam Merrill to set Rocket Arena ablaze A lighthearted pregame nudge turned into a career-high 32-point shooting clinic, a chaotic bench celebration and a reminder that Sam Merrill...

FEBRUARY 12 • CLEVELAND.COM

Harden turns playmaker in Cavaliers' home debut as Cleveland routs the Wizards

James Harden is fitting in fast with the Cavaliers, even when he is not hunting his own shot

FEBRUARY 12 • Associated Press

Catches fire against WAS Merrill generated 32 points (11-12 FG, 9-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block across 25 minutes of Wednesday's 138-113 win over the Wizards.

Impact Merrill set a career high in points and surpassed his previous season high by 10 points. He tied his career high in three-point makes as well. Merrill isn't a high-usage player, but he has the ability to drain five or more three-pointers on any given night. Through 31 appearances this season, Merrill is averaging 13.6 points, 2.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists across 25.4 minutes.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Cavs vs Wizards | Sam Merrill Highlights | 02.11.2026

FEBRUARY 12 • YOUTUBE

Deadspin | Cavaliers thump Wizards behind Sam Merrill's career high Deadspin | Cavaliers thump Wizards behind Sam Merrill's career high

FEBRUARY 12 • DEADSPIN.COM

Sam Merrill's 3-point shooting gave him a night never done before in Cleveland Cavaliers history | Sporting News Sammy couldn't miss.

FEBRUARY 12 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

It only took one half for Sam Merrill to show Cavaliers how irreplaceable he is Sam Merrill just went completely bonkers for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first half against the Washington Wizards, dropping 26 points on...

FEBRUARY 12 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Sam Merrill scores 32 as Cavaliers beat Wizards 138-113 in James Harden's home debut

The Cleveland Cavaliers cruise past the Washington Wizards, powered by a huge night from Sam Merrill and another big game from Donovan Mitchell

FEBRUARY 12 • Associated Press

Inside the Cavs' talent pipeline that turned undrafted players into contributors From Dean Wade to Sam Merrill and now Nae'Qwan Tomlin, Cleveland has developed a knack for finding overlooked talent with "translatable skil...

FEBRUARY 11 • CLEVELAND.COM

Sees dip during Harden's debut Merrill closed Saturday's 132-126 victory over the Kings with two points (0-6 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and two assists in 24 minutes.

Impact Although Merrill's shot was off, his low total could be a sign of things to come for the sixth-year pro, who seems less comfortable at the wing. Although the Cavs possess a strong rotation, Evan Mobley's absence has required more interior support from Jaylon Tyson, who should end up as the top option at the position. Dean Wade (ankle) is probably a better answer right now, and the team may go in that direction when Wade returns. Fortunes will diminish even further when Mobley rejoins the rotation.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Drills six three-pointers in win Merrill finished Sunday's 130-111 victory over the Trail Blazers with 22 points (7-9 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and four assists across 29 minutes.

Impact Merrill took care of business beyond the arc during the win, with the bulk of his shot attempts coming from the perimeter. Sunday marked Merrill's first decent performance since returning from a six-game absence, and the opportunity for decent production is apparent while Darius Garland (toe) is out. The recent acquisitions of Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis may have some impact on Merrill's involvement later in the season, but his role is steady for now.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Jarrett Allen scores career-high 40 points as the Cavaliers beat the Trail Blazers 130-111

Jarrett Allen scored a career-high 40 points and grabbed 17 rebounds as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat Portland 130-111 to hand the Trail Blazers their fifth straight loss

FEBRUARY 2 • Associated Press

Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson fined $50K for actions following ejection in loss vs. Suns

Cleveland Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson was fined $50,000 by the NBA for “aggressively pursuing, berating, and making inadvertent contact with a game official” during a game

FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press

Muted impact in return Merrill (hand) closed Wednesday's 129-99 victory over the Lakers with four points (1-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four assists, one rebound and one block across 24 minutes.

Impact Merrill returned from a six-game absence due to a right hand sprain and immediately stepped into the starting five with Darius Garland (toe) and Evan Mobley (calf) sidelined. Merrill put up a season-low four shot attempts and failed to score in double figures for the sixth time this season. On a more positive note, the sharpshooter's four assists were his most since Dec. 23, when he dished out seven in a win over New Orleans.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Available and starting Merrill (hand) is available and in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Merrill is finishing a six-game absence with a sprained right hand Wednesday, filling the void in the first unit left behind by the injured Evan Mobley (calf). Across his last seven appearances as a starter, Merrill has averaged 16.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.1 steals in 27.5 minutes per game.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Wednesday Merrill is probable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers with a sprained right hand.

Impact Merrill had missed six consecutive contests due to the sprain before being ruled out for personal reasons ahead of Monday's win over Orlando. With Evan Mobley (calf) out of action, Merrill is an option to jump into the first unit. The sharpshooter has averaged 15.5 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 4.2 three-pointers in 25.4 minutes per tilt in his last six games.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Doncic leads Los Angeles against Cleveland after 46-point game

Los Angeles faces the Cleveland Cavaliers after Luka Dončić scored 46 points in the Lakers' 129-118 victory over the Chicago Bulls

JANUARY 27 • Associated Press

Out for personal reasons Merrill is out for Monday's game against the Magic for personal reasons.

Impact The sharpshooter had missed six consecutive contests due to a right hand sprain, though it remains unclear if he's overcome the injury. With De'Andre Hunter (knee) questionable, Craig Porter and Dean Wade are candidates to soak up extra minutes Monday.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Cavaliers' expensive struggles can reveal an unexpected perfect trade target The Pistons might be able to snag shooter Sam Merrill from the rival Cavaliers.

JANUARY 26 • PISTONPOWERED.COM

Iffy for Monday Merrill (hand) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Magic.

Impact Merrill is in jeopardy of missing his sixth consecutive contest due to a right hand sprain. If the sharpshooter isn't cleared to play, Jaylon Tyson, Tyrese Proctor and Craig Porter would be candidates for increased playing time.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando takes on Cleveland on 3-game slide

Orlando looks to break its three-game losing streak when the Magic take on Cleveland

JANUARY 25 • Associated Press

Not available Saturday Merrill (hand) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Magic.

Impact Merrill will miss a fifth consecutive game due to a right hand sprain, the same injury that caused him to miss nearly a month earlier in the season. His next chance to play is in Monday's rematch against Orlando.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing, not ready to play Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson said prior to Friday's 123-118 win over the Kings that Merrill is progressing "much better" in his recovery from a right hand sprain but isn't y...

Impact Merrill thus appears likely sit out fifth consecutive game Saturday in Orlando, but he doesn't look as though he'll be at risk of missing as much time as he did earlier in the season, when he was sidelined for a month due to the same injury. In the recent absences of Merrill and Darius Garland (toe), the Cavaliers have been able to open up more minutes for the likes of Jaylon Tyson, Dean Wade, Craig Porter and Larry Nance.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Cleveland faces Orlando, seeks 4th straight road win

Cleveland enters a matchup against Orlando as winners of three straight road games

JANUARY 24 • Associated Press

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