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Maxey, 76ers to host Mitchell and the Cavaliers

Cleveland travels to Philadelphia for an Eastern Conference matchup Friday

JANUARY 15 • Associated Press

Cavaliers' Darius Garland suffers another foot injury in win over 76ers

Cavaliers guard Darius Garland has suffered another foot injury

JANUARY 15 • Associated Press

Doesn't return Wednesday Merrill (hand) did not return to Wednesday's 133-107 win over Philadelphia after exiting in the second quarter.

Impact Merrill suffered an unspecified right hand injury late in the second quarter and was labeled questionable to return. While his status wasn't updated further, Merrill never retook the floor. He logged three points (1-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt) and three rebounds over 10 minutes before exiting. His next chance to play will come Friday in a rematch with the 76ers.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Merrill is questionable to return to Wednesday's game against the 76ers due to a right hand injury, Danny Cunningham of Locked on Cavs reports.

Impact Merril picked up a hand injury during Wednesday's contest and is considered questionable to return. While the guard is sidelined, Jaylon Tyson, Lonzo Ball, Craig Porter could see an uptick in playing time.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Wednesday Merrill is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Jaylon Tyson is instead getting the nod in the first unit to provide extra length. Merrill has averaged 11.9 points, 2.8 assists, 1.3 rebounds and 3.0 three-pointers in 26.3 minutes per contest across eight games off the bench this season, so he should still play a significant role Wednesday.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Maxey and the 76ers host conference foe Cleveland

Cleveland visits Philadelphia for an Eastern Conference matchup Wednesday

JANUARY 13 • Associated Press

Evan Mobley admits why Sam Merrill is a great fit alongside the Cavs' starters | Sporting News Sam Merill entered the starting lineup, which led to a big Cavs victory.

JANUARY 11 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Donovan Mitchell scores 28 points as Cavaliers beat Timberwolves 146-134

Donovan Mitchell scored 28 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers take control in the second half for a 146-134 victory over Minnesota

JANUARY 10 • Associated Press

Starting Saturday Merrill is in the Cavaliers' starting lineup against the Timberwolves on Saturday.

Impact Merrill will make his 14th start of the season Saturday while Craig Porter reverts to a bench role. Merrill has scored in double digits in seven of his last eight outings (five starts), and over that span he has averaged 15.4 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 4.0 threes and 0.9 steals across 27.3 minutes per game while connecting on 47.8 percent of his three-point attempts.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Provides spark off bench Merrill chipped in 22 points (7-13 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds, three assists and one steal across 31 minutes during Thursday's 131-122 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Merrill reverted to a bench role Thursday after starting in each of the Cavaliers' prior two games, but he still gave his team a nice scoring punch and finished with the second-most points on Cleveland behind Donovan Mitchell (30). It was the fourth game in which Merrill scored 20-plus points in a game and tied a season high he has reached twice before. He has scored in double digits in seven of his last eight outings, and over that span he has averaged 15.4 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 4.0 threes and 0.9 steals over 27.3 minutes per game.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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

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Maxey, 76ers to host Mitchell and the Cavaliers

Cavaliers' Darius Garland suffers another foot injury in win over 76ers

Maxey and the 76ers host conference foe Cleveland

Donovan Mitchell scores 28 points as Cavaliers beat Timberwolves 146-134

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