Sam Merrill News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

Strong showing off bench Merrill ended Tuesday's 118-87 victory over the Wizards with 14 points (5-10 FG, 4-9 3Pt), three rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals across 23 minutes off the bench.

Impact The fifth-year guard set a new season high in assists with the performance, and Merrill's four made three tied Donovan Mitchell for the team lead on the night. Merrill has drained at least one trey in six straight appearances (one start), but his role on the second unit remains limited -- he's averaging just 7.2 points, 2.2 assists, 2.0 threes and 1.8 boards in 20.0 minutes a game over that stretch.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 4 • YOUTUBE

Active Sunday Merrill (ankle) isn't listed on the Cavaliers injury report for Sunday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Merrill missed the Cavs most recent game with a left ankle injury but returned to practice Saturday and has been given the green light for Sunday's tilt. With Caris LeVert (knee) sidelined, Merrill could be in line for an increased role.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Merrill (ankle) fully participated in Saturday's practice, Ethan Sands of Cleveland.com reports.

Impact Merrill missed Cleveland's most recent outing due to a left ankle injury. However, his return to practice is a good sign of his availability against Toronto on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Listed out for Wednesday Merrill (ankle) will not play Wednesday against the Pelicans.

Impact Merrill just returned from a three-game absence Tuesday against Boston, logging six points (2-3 FG, 2-3 3Pt), one assist, one rebound and one block across 19 minutes of his first start of the campaign. He's being held out Wednesday for maintenance purposes, so he's likely to be available Sunday against the Raptors.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Paltry numbers in starting role Merrill (ankle) recorded six points (2-3 FG, 2-3 3Pt), one assist, one rebound and one block across 19 minutes Tuesday in the Cavaliers' 120-117 loss to the Celtics.

Impact The Cavaliers were without three rotation regulars Tuesday in Caris LeVert (knee), Dean Wade (ankle) and Isaac Okoro (ankle), paving the way for Merrill to make his first start of the season. Merrill -- who had missed the Cavaliers' previous three games with left ankle inflammation -- didn't notice a major spike in playing time as a result of his appointment to the top unit, and he sported the lowest usage rate (7.0 percent) of the team's starters. The Cavaliers could move Merrill back to the bench for Wednesday's matchup with the Pelicans if any of the three aforementioned injured players are able to return.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Gets start sans Okoro Merrill will enter the starting lineup in Tuesday's matchup versus Boston, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Merrill missed the club's last three games due to left ankle inflammation, though he'll start for the first time this season with Isaac Okoro (ankle) and Dean Wade (ankle) sidelined. Merrill has averaged 6.4 points and 2.4 rebounds across 19.8 minutes per game off the bench over his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Boston Merrill (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Celtics, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Merrill has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday despite missing Cleveland's last three contests due to left ankle inflammation. Across his last five appearances, Merrill is averaging 6.4 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 19.8 minutes.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Merrill (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Boston.

Impact Merrill has missed the Cavaliers' last three games due to left ankle inflammation, but he has a chance to return Tuesday. Craig Porter has been the biggest beneficiary of Merrill's absence over the last three games.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Sunday Merrill (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Hornets.

Impact Merrill's absence streak will extend to three games Sunday due to a left ankle injury. His next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Boston.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Chicago Merrill (ankle) is listed as out for Friday's game versus the Bulls.

Impact Merrill will miss his second straight contest Friday due to left ankle soreness. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Charlotte.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

First absence coming Wednesday Merrill (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Philadelphia, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.

Impact Merrill is out, while Evan Mobley (illness) and Jarrett Allen (leg) are game-time decisions Wednesday in a banged up Cavaliers' rotation. Merrill's next opportunity to take the court comes Friday versus Chicago.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Merrill is questionable for Wednesday's game against the 76ers due to left ankle soreness.

Impact Merrill continues to battle a lingering ankle injury but has yet to miss a game this season. However, he was held scoreless for the first time during Monday's win over Chicago, suggesting it may be time for him to take a break.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Friday Merrill (ankle) is available for Friday's game versus the Warriors, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Merrill has been upgraded from questionable to available Friday despite dealing with left ankle soreness. Across his last five appearances, Merrill is averaging 9.4 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 21.8 minutes.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Golden State Merrill is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Warriors due to left ankle soreness.

Impact Merrill is in danger of missing his first game of the season Friday after being a late addition to the injury report with left ankle soreness. If Merrill is ultimately ruled out against Golden State, Ty Jerome, Jaylon Tyson and Craig Porter are candidates to receive increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Leads bench in win Monday Merrill posted 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and two steals across 27 minutes during Monday's 116-114 win over the Bucks.

Impact Merrill led the bench in points while also scoring in double figures for the second straight matchup. The sharpshooter struggled from beyond the arc Monday, though he has still shot 39.0 percent from deep this season. Merrill remains a dangerous option from three-point range for the Cavaliers, though his fantasy value is capped due to the talent around him, and his role as a catch-and-shoot specialist.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Drills five threes from bench Merrill posted 17 points (6-10 FG, 5-9 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one block across 22 minutes during Saturday's 114-113 win over the Bucks.

Impact Merrill is an accurate three-point specialist, and he made his presence known off the bench. Hid production is amolst entirely dependent on his success beyond the arc, which limits his viability. He's a borderline candidate in category leagues if you need help on that category, however.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Sinks trio of triples Merrill notched 11 points (3-8 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal across 20 minutes during Saturday's 135-116 win over the Wizards.

Impact Merrill started the season 1-for-7 from deep through two games but made a trio of three-pointers Saturday. The sharpshooter has a consistent backup role in Cleveland, but his fantasy upside is directly correlated to how well he's shooting from deep.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for opener Merrill (wrist) isn't listed on the injury report for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Raptors.

Impact As expected, Merrill is cleared to suit up after missing the Cavaliers' preseason finale. The sharpshooter made 61 regular-season appearances for the Cavaliers last season, averaging 2.3 made three-pointers across 17.5 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Should be ready for opener Merrill (wrist) won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Bulls but is expected to be available for the regular-season opener against the Raptors next Wednesday, Chris Fedo...

Impact Merrill is in a similar situation to Max Strus (hip), as both players have missed the last two preseason games. However, and based on recent reports, both are expected to be available for the regular-season opener on Oct. 23. Merrill has participated in on-court, non-contact, full-speed workouts, so he's trending closer to being fully available. Even when that happens, Merrill shouldn't have a lot of fantasy upside since he'll be nothing more than a depth option on the Cavaliers' bench.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Merrill (wrist) will not play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Pistons, Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.

Impact Merrill has been sidelined since Thursday's preseason game versus the Pacers. He wasn't able to practice over the weekend, but he was spotted getting some work in at Tuesday's practice with some tape on his wrist. He's considered day-to-day with his next chance to play being Friday's preseason matchup with the Bulls.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Sunday Merrill (wrist) did not practice Sunday and is considered day-to-day ahead of Wednesday's preseason matchup against the Pistons, Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.

Impact Merrill was unable to suit up during Thursday's preseason game against the Pacers due to wrist soreness. The club is expected to remain overly cautious with the 28-year-old during the preseason, though there is no indication that he will miss time in the regular season.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Merrill is out for Thursday's preseason game versus the Pacers due to wrist soreness, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact There is no indication that Merrill is in danger of missing any regular-season action, but his wrist soreness will hold him out of Thursday's contest. Merrill's next chance to suit up is Wednesday's preseason matchup with Detroit.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to score in 11 minutes Merrill notched zero points (0-1 FG) across 11 minutes during Saturday's 106-93 loss to the Celtics in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Impact Merrill missed his only shot attempt, failing to have an impact once again. Although he did have a couple of bright spots throughout the season, Merrill has been a non-factor in the playoffs.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 7 • YOUTUBE

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