Sam Merrill News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

Three Teams to Watch at Summer League What do Sam Merrill, Jordan Miller, and Kyle Filipowski have in common? They're players in recent years who've stood out at summer league an...

JULY 4 • SI.COM

Sees 18 minutes in loss Merrill amassed five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt), one rebound and one assist in 18 minutes during Monday's 130-93 loss to the Knicks in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Impact Merrill, playing in his sixth NBA season, put together a career year in Cleveland. Injuries limited him to 52 regular-season appearances, but he put together averages of 12.8 points, 2.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 3.0 three-pointers in 26.5 minutes per contest. Merrill is under contract with the Cavaliers for three more seasons.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to fire in Game 2 loss Merrill recorded four points (1-8 FG, 0-7 3Pt, 2-4 FT) across 23 minutes during Thursday's 109-93 loss to the Knicks in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Impact Merrill failed to land a single three-pointer for the first time in the past seven games, despite a number of good looks, particularly in the opening quarter. After having scored double digits in three straight games, Merrill simply couldn't find his rhythm, contributing to what was an underwhelming performance by Cleveland. Now trailing the series 2-0, the Cavaliers will head home for what is a must-win game Saturday.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Comeback or collapse? Knicks' Game 1 rally against the Cavaliers was a little bit of both

Call it a comeback

MAY 20 • Associated Press

Sam Merrill's 3-pointer looked so good that Mike Breen got fooled into a 'Bang!' | Sporting News Man, it looked like this would fall.

MAY 20 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Knicks, Cavaliers open East finals at Madison Square Garden, where they began with high expectations

Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers were sent to face Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks in a nationally televised season opener and to kick off Christmas, NBA schedule...

MAY 18 • Associated Press

Bickerstaff says Pistons will learn from their blowout loss in Game 7 against the Cavaliers

The stunning turnaround season for the Detroit Pistons ended Sunday night with a harsh reminder of how difficult the final step can be

MAY 18 • Associated Press

Catches fire in Game 7 blowout Merrill closed Sunday's 125-94 victory over the Pistons in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals with 23 points (7-10 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound, two assists and one s...

Impact Merrill scored at least 20 points for the first time this postseason, providing the Cavaliers with an emphatic performance off the bench. He was one of four Cleveland players to score at least 20 points, contributing to what ended up being a comfortable victory. Despite this effort, Merrill's recent form has been somewhat underwhelming, averaging just 8.1 points and 1.8 three-pointers through 13 playoff games.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Cavaliers' Game 7 hero was the guy no team wanted to sign The Cleveland Cavaliers demolished the Detroit Pistons in Game 7, and it was Sam Merrill who came through in a massive way - the hero no one...

MAY 18 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Cavs' Donovan Mitchell breaks through, reaching the conference finals for the first time

Donovan Mitchell is heading to the conference finals for the first time

MAY 18 • Associated Press

Mitchell scores 26 and the Cavaliers rout the Pistons 125-94 in Game 7 to reach the East finals

Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Jarrett Allen and Sam Merrill each added 23 and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Detroit Pistons 125-94 on Sunday night in Game 7 to advance to t...

MAY 18 • Associated Press

Officially cleared for Game 3 Merrill (hamstring) is available for Saturday's Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals versus Detroit, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Merrill didn't play in Game 2 because of a left hamstring strain. However, after trending favorably Saturday, the 29-year-old is now officially cleared to return from his one-game absence. Merrill has averaged 6.6 points, 1.6 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.4 steals across 18.5 minutes in eight postseason games. Although he hasn't been a reliable producer, his presence could mean Max Strus, Dean Wade and Dennis Schroder will see less work.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

On track to suit up Saturday Merrill (hamstring) is trending favorably regarding his availability for Saturday's Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against Detroit, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain...

Impact Merrill didn't suit up for Game 2 because of a left hamstring strain. Although he is currently listed as questionable, it appears he will return from his one-game absence Saturday. Merrill has appeared in eight games this postseason, averaging 6.6 points, 1.6 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.4 steals across 18.5 minutes. While he hasn't been the most productive, his presence could at least mean Max Strus, Dean Wade and Dennis Schroder will see fewer minutes.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Merrill (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday's Game 3 against the Pistons.

Impact Merrill remains day-to-day after picking up a hamstring strain in Game 1. He was unable to appear in Game 2, and the Cavaliers could turn to Dennis Schroder and Max Strus if he misses additional time.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Cunningham and the Pistons visit Cleveland with 2-0 series lead

The Detroit Pistons visit the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference second round with a 2-0 lead in the series

MAY 8 • Associated Press

Cade Cunningham has 25 points and 10 assists to lift Pistons past Cavs 107-97 for a 2-0 lead

Cade Cunningham had 25 points and 10 assists, Tobias Harris scored 21 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 107-97 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in their seco...

MAY 8 • Associated Press

Cavs guard Sam Merrill out with hamstring injury versus Pistons in Game 2 of their 2nd-round series

Cleveland Cavaliers reserve guard Sam Merrill is out of the lineup with a hamstring injury against the Detroit Pistons in Game 2 of their second-round series on Thursday night

MAY 7 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Game 2 Merrill (hamstring) won't play in Thursday's Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Pistons, Danny Cunningham of Sports Radio 92.3 The Fan Cleveland reports.

Impact Merrill picked up a left hamstring injury during Game 1, and he'll be forced to miss at least one additional matchup while on the mend. Look for Max Strus and Dennis Schroder to be in the mix for an uptick in minutes with Merrill sidelined Thursday.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Sam Merrill headlines Cavaliers injury report for Game 2 vs. Pistons | Sporting News The Cleveland Cavaliers may be without Sam Merrill in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Detroit Pistons on Thursday.

MAY 7 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Cavaliers' Sam Merrill injury problem already has an obvious answer Keon Ellis' energy and defensive playmaking is exactly what the Cleveland Cavaliers need right now if Sam Merrill is sidelined in game two.

MAY 7 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Deadspin | Struggling Cavs might be without Sam Merrill (hamstring) for Game 2 vs. Pistons Deadspin | Struggling Cavs might be without Sam Merrill (hamstring) for Game 2 vs. Pistons

MAY 7 • DEADSPIN.COM

Questionable for Game 2 Merrill is questionable for Wednesday's Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals with a left hamstring strain.

Impact The Cavaliers are giving the sharpshooter a chance to play Thursday after he suffered the injury in Game 1. Jaylon Tyson and Dennis Schroder could see extra minutes off the bench in Game 2 if Merrill is unable to suit up.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill gets MRI on hamstring and sits out practice after Game 1 injury

Cleveland Cavaliers reserve guard Sam Merrill had an MRI on his left hamstring after injuring it in a Game 1 loss to the Detroit Pistons

MAY 6 • Associated Press

Undergoes MRI on hamstring Merrill (hamstring) didn't practice Wednesday, per Danny Cunningham of Sports Radio 92.3 The Fan Cleveland.

Impact Merrill left Tuesday's loss to the Pistons in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals with a left hamstring injury, and the Cavaliers are awaiting his MRI results to determine the severity. If the sharpshooter is unable to play in Game 2, Jaylon Tyson and Dennis Schroder could see more playing time off the bench.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't return Tuesday Merrill (hamstring) did not return to Tuesday's 111-101 loss to the Pistons in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, finishing with one assist in seven minutes.

Impact Merrill was able to finish the first quarter but never checked back in due to a left hamstring injury. The Cavaliers are expected to provide an update on his status by Wednesday night ahead of Game 2 on Thursday.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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Comeback or collapse? Knicks' Game 1 rally against the Cavaliers was a little bit of both

Knicks, Cavaliers open East finals at Madison Square Garden, where they began with high expectations

Bickerstaff says Pistons will learn from their blowout loss in Game 7 against the Cavaliers

Cavs' Donovan Mitchell breaks through, reaching the conference finals for the first time

Mitchell scores 26 and the Cavaliers rout the Pistons 125-94 in Game 7 to reach the East finals

Cunningham and the Pistons visit Cleveland with 2-0 series lead

Cade Cunningham has 25 points and 10 assists to lift Pistons past Cavs 107-97 for a 2-0 lead

Cavs guard Sam Merrill out with hamstring injury versus Pistons in Game 2 of their 2nd-round series

Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill gets MRI on hamstring and sits out practice after Game 1 injury