Cavs at Wizards Game Preview, Odds, and Injury Report
The Cleveland Cavaliers aim for their third consecutive victory and their first NBA Cup win of the season as they face the struggling Washington Wizards.
Game Details
- Who: Cleveland Cavaliers (5-3) vs. Washington Wizards (1-7)
- Where: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
- When: 7:00 PM EST
- TV: FanDuel Sports Network Ohio, FanDuel Sports Network App, NBA League Pass
Cavs Injury Report
- 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 Injury Report
- Bilal Coulibaly – Out (lower leg tightness)
- Kyshawn George – Questionable (illness)
Game Outlook
The Cavaliers still need to progress beyond the NBA Cup group stage. To break that streak, they must win all three remaining games and aim for dominant performances to boost their point differential.
“It’s no coincidence that Darius Garland’s return marked the Cavs’ best offensive night of the season,” observed one team insider.
Garland played his first game of the season on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers, sparking improved ball movement and a season-high 33 team assists.
Author Summary
The Cavaliers face the Wizards seeking momentum and a perfect NBA Cup run, bolstered by Darius Garland’s impactful return.