Sam Merrill News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

Will play vs. Atlanta Merrill (illness) is available for Thursday's game against the Hawks, Ethan Sands of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Merrill will return to the hardwood after missing the first leg of this back-to-back set Wednesday. He's played at least 17 minutes off the bench in each of his last five games, so he might see a decent amount of minutes in this game.

JANUARY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy versus Atlanta Merrill (illness) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Merrill is in danger of missing his second straight contest Thursday due to an illness. If the 28-year-old guard is forced to sit out yet again, Craig Porter and Jaylon Tyson could continue to receive increased playing time.

JANUARY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Miami Merrill (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Heat.

Impact Merrill will miss Wednesday's game for the Cavaliers as he battles an illness. The 28-year-old has missed only seven games for Cleveland this season, and in his absence in Miami, Georges Niang and Max Strus could see a boost in minutes.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Merrill (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Heat.

Impact Merrill was a late addition to the injury report and is in danger of missing the first leg of this back-to-back set. If Merrill is unable to play, Georges Niang and Max Strus could be relied on a bit more for their floor spacing.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 10 points Merrill notched 10 points (3-9 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and two steals across 22 minutes during Monday's 118-92 win over Phoenix.

Impact Caris LeVert (wrist), Isaac Okoro (shoulder) and Evan Mobley (calf) were all sidelined Monday, allowing Merrill to step into a larger role. Despite a strong showing Monday, fantasy managers shouldn't overreact just yet -- Merrill is hitting 37.3 percent from the field this season with averages of 6.6 points, 1.7 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.7 three-pointers.

JANUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 21, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Comes up empty from distance Merrill (ankle) finished with two points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt) across 13 minutes in Thursday's 132-126 win over the Raptors.

Impact Cleveland held out star guard Donovan Mitchell for rest purposes in the second leg of a back-to-back set, but the return of Merrill from a three-game absence due to a right ankle sprain helped restore some depth in the backcourt. The Cavaliers didn't turn to Merrill to absorb most of Mitchell's vacated playing time, as Caris LeVert (36 minutes) and Ty Jerome (20 minutes) were instead bigger beneficiaries. Assuming Mitchell is back in action for Sunday's game against the Pacers, minutes will likely be more difficult to come by for Cleveland's reserve guards and wings, and Merrill could even find himself outside of head coach Kenny Atkinson's rotation.

JANUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Toronto Merrill (ankle) is available for Thursday's game against the Raptors, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Merrill didn't play Thursday against the Thunder, but he's healthy enough to suit up in the second leg of this back-to-back set. Merrill will play for the first time since Dec. 31, when he logged eight minutes off the bench in a win over the Mavericks.

JANUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Merrill (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Merrill is in danger of missing his fourth straight contest Thursday due to a right ankle sprain. With Donovan Mitchell (rest) already ruled out against Toronto, Max Strus and Caris LeVert could receive increased playing time.

JANUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Wednesday Merrill (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Merrill was initially listed as questionable, but the former Utah State standout will miss a third straight game with a nagging ankle problem. His next chance to suit up will come Thursday against Toronto in the second leg of this back-to-back set.

JANUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Merrill (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Merrill and Isaac Okoro (shoulder) both went through a full practice Tuesday which included contact. Merrill has missed the past two games for Cleveland, but if his ankle responds well in the morning, he could potentially be available to return against the Thunder.

JANUARY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Sunday vs. Hornets Merrill (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Charlotte, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Merrill will miss a second consecutive game due to an ankle injury that he suffered against the Lakers this past Tuesday. His next chance to play will be Wednesday against the Thunder. Caris LeVert, Ty Jerome and Max Strus will continue to see an increase in playing time off the bench for as long as Merrill remains sidelined.

JANUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Hornets Merrill (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Merrill didn't play in the win over the Mavericks on Friday. Even though the questionable suggests there might be a chance he suits up, a decision will likely be made closer to Sunday's 6 p.m. ET tipoff.

JANUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Dallas Merrill (ankle) has officially been ruled out for Friday's game against the Mavericks, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact After playing only eight minutes in the win over the Lakers on Tuesday due to a right ankle sprain, Merrill will not be able to play on Friday in Dallas. Cleveland will likely turn to Max Strus and Caris LeVert to pick up the slack with Merrill on the mend.

JANUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Friday Merrill (ankle) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Merrill might have an outside chance to play Friday, but the doubtful tag suggests that's an unlikely scenario. In the event that Merrill doesn't suit up, then Caris LeVert and Max Strus should see more minutes off the bench.

JANUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up ankle sprain Merrill is questionable to return to Tuesday's game against the Lakers due to a right ankle sprain, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Merrill picked up an injury during the second quarter but continued to play through it until halftime. Caris LeVert and Max Strus could see more minutes if Merrill is unable to return to this one.

JANUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reverting to bench Friday Merrill is not in the Cavaliers' starting lineup for Friday's contest against the Nuggets.

Impact Merrill made his second start of the regular season this past Monday against the Jazz and finished with 20 points (18 of which came from beyond the arc), four assists, one rebound and three steals over 24 minutes. Merrill will return to the bench for Friday's contest due to Dean Wade (knee) returning from a one-game absence.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hits six triples in start Merrill chipped in 20 points (6-12 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, four assists and three steals over 24 minutes during Monday's 124-113 win over the Jazz.

Impact Merrill started for just the second time this season, scoring a season-high 20 points. Despite being a regular in the rotation, Merrill's playing time has fluctuated from one game to the next. Prior to Monday, he had scored a total of 21 points across the previous four games. At best, he should continue to serve as a viable perimeter threat off the bench, assuming the Cavaliers stay relatively healthy.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Merrill is in the Cavaliers' starting lineup for Monday's game against the Jazz, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.

Impact Merrill was initially listed as questionable for Monday's game due to a left quad contusion. Not only will he play, but he will make his second start of the 2024-25 regular season due to Dean Wade (knee) being ruled out. Merrill's first start was against the Celtics on Nov. 19 and he finished with six points, one rebound, one assist and one steal across 19 minutes.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will play against Utah Merrill (quadricep) is available for Monday's game against the Jazz, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Merrill was listed as questionable for Monday's game after sustaining a left quad contusion in Saturday's contest against the 76ers. He went through morning shootaround and is evidently feeling good enough to play. In the 10 games prior to his injury, Merrill averaged 7.9 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.9 assists over 21.0 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play against Jazz Merrill (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Utah.

Impact Merrill aggravated a quadriceps injury during the Cavaliers' 126-99 win over the 76ers on Saturday. He averaged 21.0 minutes per contest off the bench in the 10 games prior to his injury, and his absence Monday could mean more playing time for Caris LeVert, Ty Jerome and Dean Wade.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Saturday Merrill won't return to Saturday's game against the 76ers due to a left quadriceps contusion, Evan Dammarell of DownEuclid.com reports.

Impact Merrill was a game-time decision for this contest due to a left bruised quadriceps, so it seems the injury re-aggravated in this game. His absence shouldn't affect many fantasy outcomes, though, as he's not a player who logs heavy minutes off the bench. His next chance to play will come against the Jazz on Monday.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available, will suit up Merrill (quadriceps) is available for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Merrill was a game-time call for Saturday, but he'll be an option off the bench for Cleveland. He's averaging 7.1 points per game this season, so he's not expected to play a significant role in the second unit.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Merrill is probable for Saturday's game against the 76ers due to a bruised left quadriceps, Evan Dammarell of DownEuclid.com reports.

Impact Merrill logged 19 minutes off the bench Friday but evidently picked up a minor injury along the way. He'll be expected to gain clearance closer to tipoff.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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