Cavs at Wizards Game Preview, Odds, and Injury Report
Matchup Details
The Cleveland Cavaliers aim for their third consecutive victory 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: 7:00 PM 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 assignment)
Wizards
- Bilal Coulibaly - Out (lower leg tightness)
- Kyshawn George - Questionable (illness)
NBA Cup Context
The Cavaliers have yet to progress beyond the NBA Cup group stage. To break this pattern, they must win all remaining three games and aim for large-margin victories to secure the highest point differential.
Team Performance Insights
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's offense thrived with Garland back, moving the ball effectively and setting a season-high 33 assists.
Author's summary: The Cavaliers are focused on a strong NBA Cup showing and will need full effort and wins in their upcoming games, boosted by Darius Garland’s return energizing their offense.