Cavaliers vs Wizards Game Preview
The Cleveland Cavaliers aim for their third consecutive win in the NBA Cup as they face the struggling Washington Wizards.
Game Details
- Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers (5-3) vs Washington Wizards (1-7)
- Location: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
- Time: 7:00 PM EST
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network Ohio, FanDuel Sports Network App, NBA League Pass
Injury Report
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)
Team Outlook
The Cavaliers have not advanced beyond the NBA Cup group stage. To break this streak, they need to win all three remaining group games convincingly to secure the highest point differential.
Darius Garland made his season debut on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. It’s no coincidence that his return aligned with the Cavaliers’ best offensive outing of the year so far.
The team showcased excellent ball movement, ending the game with a season-high 33 assists.
Author's summary: The Cavaliers look to build momentum with a full-strength offense to overcome their NBA Cup challenges and advance beyond the group stage.