Cavs at Wizards Game Preview
Match Details
The Cleveland Cavaliers aim for their third consecutive win as they face the struggling Washington Wizards.
- Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers (5-3) vs Washington Wizards (1-7)
- Location: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
- Time: 7:00pm EST
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network Ohio, FanDuel Sports Network App, NBA League Pass
Injury Reports
Cavaliers
- Dean Wade – OUT (eye contusion)
- Lonzo Ball – OUT (injury management)
- De’Andre Hunter – PROBABLE (illness)
- Max Strus – OUT (foot)
- Chris Livingston – OUT (G League)
Wizards
- Bilal Coulibaly – OUT (lower leg tightness)
- Kyshawn George – QUESTIONABLE (illness)
NBA Cup Context
The Cavaliers have not yet progressed beyond the NBA Cup group stage. To break this pattern, they must win all remaining three games and dominate opponents to secure a strong point differential.
Key Player Return
Darius Garland made his season debut on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers.
His return sparked Cleveland’s best offensive performance of the season, with fluid ball movement resulting in a season-high 33 assists.
Author's Summary
The Cavaliers need flawless wins and decisive performances in their upcoming NBA Cup games to advance past the group stage for the first time this season.
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