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T-wolves beat Cavaliers 131-122 behind Randle's 28 points, set season highs for shooting percentages

Julius Randle had 28 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists to help the Minnesota Timberwolves hang on to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 131-122 for their fourth consecutive victory

JANUARY 9 • Associated Press

Moving to bench Merrill will come off the bench Thursday night against Minnesota.

Impact Merrill will return to a bench role after making two straight starts. He found success in his last appearance as a reserve, finishing with 16 points in 23 minutes Dec. 31 against Phoenix.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Drains six triples vs. Indiana Merrill provided 19 points (6-12 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 120-116 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Merrill tied a season high with six triples during Tuesday's win, and his plus-five point differential was highest among the Cavaliers starters. He has started in each of Cleveland's last two games, but he would likely revert to a bench role against the Timberwolves on Thursday if Donovan Mitchell (rest) is cleared to return. Merrill should retain a strong role in the Cavaliers' rotation regardless of whether he starts or comes off the bench.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Cavaliers rally late for 120-116 win while handing the Pacers a franchise-record 13th straight loss

Darius Garland scored 29 points to fuel a fourth-quarter rally and the Cleveland Cavaliers used a 13-point run to beat the struggling Indiana Pacers 120-116 for their fourth win in...

JANUARY 7 • Associated Press

Sinks five treys in loss Merrill supplied 15 points (5-8 FG, 5-7 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and one steal over 27 minutes before fouling out of Sunday's 114-110 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Returning from a one-game absence due to a minor ankle issue and moving back into the starting lineup for the first time since Dec. 27, Merrill lit it up from long range. The 29-year-old wing has drained multiple three-pointers in five of his last six games (four starts), averaging 13.7 points, 3.5 threes, 3.0 boards, 2.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 26.0 minutes.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Cavs vs Pistons | Merrill & Mitchell Post Game | 01.04.2026

JANUARY 4 • YOUTUBE

Entering starting five Merrill is in the Cavaliers' starting lineup against the Pistons on Sunday.

Impact Merrill was able to shrug off a left ankle injury to play Sunday, and he'll make his 12th start of the season due to the absence of Jarrett Allen (illness). As a starter this season, Merrill is averaging 15.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 3.7 threes and 0.8 steals over 26.0 minutes per game.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Merrill (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Pistons, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Merrill will return from a one-game absence, and he could see a slight uptick in minutes with Jarrett Allen (illness) unavailable. On the season, Merrill is averaging 13.2 points, 2.5 assists and 3.3 triples per contest.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Impact Merrill missed Friday's win over the Nuggets due to a left ankle sprain, but the sixth-year pro is on the right track to return for Sunday's game. His return would mean less minutes to go around for Lonzo Ball, Craig Porter and De'Andre Hunter.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday Merrill (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Merrill is considered day-to-day after missing Friday's game against the Nuggets. If Merrill is unable to give it a go, there will be more minutes available for guys like Jaylon Tyson and Craig Porter.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Cleveland takes on Detroit, aims for 5th straight home win

Cleveland enters a matchup with Detroit as winners of four home games in a row

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

Won't go Friday Merrill (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Ethan Sands of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Merrill won't suit up Friday due to a sprained left ankle, and his next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Pistons. With the sharpshooter sidelined, Jaylon Tyson and Craig Porter are candidates for increased playing time.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with ankle sprain Merrill is questionable for Friday's game against Denver with a left ankle sprain.

Impact This is a new issue for Merrill, who recently overcame a bout of left hip soreness. Should the sharpshooter be unable to suit up, Jaylon Tyson would become an even more attractive fantasy option Friday.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Donovan Mitchell scores 34 points to propel Cavaliers to 129-113 victory over Suns

Donovan Mitchell scores 34 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers defeat the Phoenix Suns 129-113

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Good to go against Suns Merrill (hip) is available for Wednesday's game against the Suns.

Impact As expected, the sharpshooter is shedding a probable designation due to left hip soreness. Across his most recent five appearances, Merrill has averaged 11.0 points, 3.4 assists, 3.0 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 2.4 three-pointers in 26.4 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Merrill is probable for Wednesday's game against the Suns due to left hip soreness.

Impact Merrill is expected to play through the issue Wednesday, and the Cavaliers are likely to confirm his status closer to tipoff. The sharpshooter has averaged 11.0 points, 3.4 assists, 3.0 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 2.4 three-pointers in 26.4 minutes per game over his last five outings.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available to return Merrill (mouth) has been cleared to return to Monday's game against San Antonio, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Merrill was officially diagnosed with a lip laceration, but the issue won't keep him from Monday's action. He should be fully available the rest of the way.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to locker room Merrill went to the locker room during the first quarter of Monday's game against the Spurs with an apparent mouth injury, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Merrill appeared to be bleeding from his mouth after being hit in the face. He'll be taken to the locker room for further evaluation.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench role Merrill is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Merrill will move to the bench for this one, as Evan Mobley returns to his regular starter role. Merrill is averaging 10.4 points per game when coming off the bench this season, as opposed to 15.0 when playing in the first unit.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cleveland faces San Antonio on 3-game road slide

Cleveland is looking to stop its three-game road slide with a win over San Antonio

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Evan Mobley makes a quick return from a calf strain to rejoin the Cavaliers in loss on Christmas

Evan Mobley was back on the floor for the Cleveland Cavaliers against New York on Thursday, returning from a strained left calf in less than two weeks after it was originally feare...

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Well-rounded effort Tuesday Merrill accumulated 22 points (7-12 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 26 minutes during Tuesday's 141-118 victory over the Pelicans.

Impact Merrill entered the Cavaliers' starting lineup Tuesday for the first time since Nov. 17, and he played particularly well in the second quarter with 11 points, nine of which came from beyond the arc. The sixth-year guard has played in each of Cleveland's last two games after missing the 14 prior contests due to a hand injury, and Merrill figures to remain in the Cavaliers' starting lineup for as long as Max Strus (foot) is sidelined.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Donovan Mitchell gives credit to Sam Merrill as the Cavaliers offense shines | Sporting News The Cavaliers are averaging 135 points per game over their last three matchups.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

How one role player has transformed the Cavs' offensive identity How Sam Merrill’s constant movement, gravity, and two-man actions with both bigs and guards creates advantages that didn’t exist before his...

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • CLEVELAND.COM

Donovan Mitchell and Sam Merrill propel Cavaliers to 141-118 victory over Pelicans

The Cleveland Cavaliers have won consecutive games for the first time in a month

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

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T-wolves beat Cavaliers 131-122 behind Randle's 28 points, set season highs for shooting percentages

Cavaliers rally late for 120-116 win while handing the Pacers a franchise-record 13th straight loss

Cleveland takes on Detroit, aims for 5th straight home win

Donovan Mitchell scores 34 points to propel Cavaliers to 129-113 victory over Suns

Cleveland faces San Antonio on 3-game road slide

Evan Mobley makes a quick return from a calf strain to rejoin the Cavaliers in loss on Christmas

Donovan Mitchell and Sam Merrill propel Cavaliers to 141-118 victory over Pelicans