Sam Merrill News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

Barnes and the Raptors visit Cleveland to begin playoffs

The Cleveland Cavaliers host the Toronto Raptors to open the Eastern Conference first round

APRIL 17 • Associated Press

Won't go Sunday Merrill (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Merrill is one of nine Cavaliers players being listed as out for Sunday's regular-season finale, though he figures to return for the postseason. With the team set to be very shorthanded in the backcourt, Craig Porter, Tyrese Proctor and Max Strus should pick up the slack.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Washington plays Cleveland on 5-game road slide

Washington aims to end its five-game road slide with a victory over Cleveland

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Hawks clinch a playoff spot and Southeast Division behind 29 points from McCollum in rout of Cavs

CJ McCollum scored 29 points and the Atlanta Hawks used a big third quarter to blow out the Cleveland Cavaliers 124-102 on Friday night, clinching the Southeast Division and no wor...

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Won't play Friday Merrill (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Merrill will be held out of Friday's contest due to left hamstring injury management. His final chance to suit up in the regular season will come Sunday against the Wizards. With Donovan Mitchell (ankle) also out, Keon Ellis, Craig Porter and Tyrese Proctor are candidates to see increased playing time.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley help Cavaliers hold off Hawks 122-116

Donovan Mitchell scored 31 points, Evan Mobley had 22 points and tied a career high with 19 rebounds, and the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Atlanta Hawks 122-116

APRIL 9 • Associated Press

Won't start Wednesday Merrill won't start Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.

Impact Merrill has started 15 of his last 16 outings but will retreat to the second unit against Atlanta. Over 13 appearances off the bench this season, the sharpshooter has averaged 9.5 points, 2.4 assists and 1.7 rebounds in 24.7 minutes per contest.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 21 in Monday's win Merrill provided 21 points (7-16 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds, two assists and three steals over 28 minutes during Monday's 142-126 win over Memphis.

Impact With James Harden (personal), Donovan Mitchell (ankle) and Dean Wade (ankle) all unavailable, Merrill was back in the starting lineup and delivered his best scoring effort since Feb. 11, when he poured in 32 points against the Wizards. The 29-year-old wing has scored in double digits in eight of his last 10 appearances, averaging 13.8 points, 3.8 boards, 2.8 assists, 2.4 threes and 0.9 steals in 29.4 minutes over that span.

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

Cavaliers beat Memphis 142-126 as Grizzlies match NBA single-game record with 29 3-pointers

Evan Mobley scored 24 points, Dennis Schroder had 22 points and 11 assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat Memphis 142-126 on Monday night despite the Grizzlies tying the NBA sin...

APRIL 7 • Associated Press

Stepping into starting five Merrill will start Monday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Merill was deployed off the bench Thursday against Golden State and then sat out of Sunday's clash against the Pacers due to a minor hamstring issue, but he'll be inserted into the starting lineup Monday with James Harden (personal), Donovan Mitchell (ankle), Dean Wade (ankle) and Max Strus (foot) all sidelined. Merrill is averaging 14.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.8 assists in his last five appearances as a starter.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Monday Merrill (hamstring) will play Monday against Memphis.

Impact Merrill will be back in action after sitting out the front end of this back-to-back set Sunday. With James Harden (personal) and Donovan Mitchell (ankle) out, Merrill is in line to see plenty of touches Monday.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Memphis hosts Cleveland on 3-game home slide

Memphis looks to stop its 3-game home skid with a win against Cleveland

APRIL 6 • Associated Press

Donovan Mitchell scores 38 points, playoff-bound Cavaliers beat Pacers 117-108

Donovan Mitchell scored 23 of his 38 points in the second half, James Harden had 28 points and seven assists and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the injury-plagued Indiana Pacers 117-...

APRIL 6 • Associated Press

Won't suit up Sunday Merrill (hamstring) is listed as out for Sunday's game against Indiana.

Impact Merrill has been dealing with a left-hamstring injury of late. Although he managed to suit up for Thursday's 118-111 win over the Warriors, he will take the night off versus Indiana, likely returning Monday in Memphis. Without Merrill in the rotation, Keon Ellis should see more work from off the bench.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Podziemski and the Warriors take on Mitchell and the Cavaliers

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

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Off injury report for Thursday Merrill (hamstring) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Merrill will return to action Thursday after sitting out Tuesday's game against the Lakers for hamstring maintenance. The 29-year-old sharpshooter is fully expected to reclaim his spot in the starting lineup, which will likely send Keon Ellis back to a reserve role. Merrill failed to connect on a three-pointer in his last outing Monday, but had scored in double digits in his previous seven contests, and he will look to bounce back Thursday.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Tuesday Merrill (hamstring) is out for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Merrill's absence will be maintenance-related Tuesday, giving him a good chance of returning Thursday against the Warriors. Keon Ellis should step into the starting lineup versus the Lakers and see a sizable boost in playing time.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles from perimeter Merrill chipped in nine points (4-14 FG, 0-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal over 28 minutes during Monday's 122-113 win over the Jazz.

Impact Merrill failed to land a single three-pointer for the first time in his past eight games, resulting in a sub-par fantasy line. As a player whose overall value is built around his ability to drain the long ball, nights such as this highlight the fact that he should be considered for streaming purposes only.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Cavs vs Heat | Donovan Mitchell, Sam Merrill, & Keon Ellis Post Game | 03.25.2026

MARCH 26 • YOUTUBE

Norman Powell scores 18, Heat use balanced attack to down Cavs 120-103 and snap 5-game skid

Norman Powell scored 19 points, Tyler Herro added 18 and the Miami Heat got contributions from everyone while stopping a five-game losing skid with a 120-103 win over the Cleveland...

MARCH 26 • Associated Press

Pours in 19 points Tuesday Merrill finished with 19 points (6-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, one assist and two steals in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 136-131 win over Orlando.

Impact Merrill scored at least 13 points for the fifth straight game, during which time he has been a top 50 player in standard fantasy formats, averaging 15.4 points and 2.6 three-pointers, shooting 51.9 percent from the field and 83.3 percent from the line. However, his overall appeal remains relatively limited, making him more of a streaming option than a must-roster player.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Records first double-double Merrill ended with 15 points (5-9 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds and two assists across 32 minutes during Saturday's 111-106 win over the Pelicans.

Impact The 10 boards were a season high for Merrill, who also came away with his first double-double of the year Saturday. The 29-year-old sharpshooter has started 10 games in a row for the Cavaliers, during which Merrill has averaged 12.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.5 three-pointers in 29.6 minutes per contest.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well in win Merrill closed Thursday's 115-110 victory over the Bulls with 13 points (5-12 FG, 3-8 3Pt), one rebound, three assists, two blocks and one steal across 31 minutes.

Impact Merrill put together a solid showing in the absence of Donovan Mitchell (eye). He's been a little underwhelming for the most part lately, posting averages of 10.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.8 three-pointers in 27.8 minutes per contest.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

James Harden scores 36 as Cavaliers hang on to beat Bulls 115-110 with Mitchell sidelined

James Harden scored 36, Evan Mobley added 26 points and 14 rebounds and Cleveland hung on to beat the Chicago Bulls 115-110 even though Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell missed the g...

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

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