Cavs at Wizards Game Preview
Matchup 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: 7:00 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)
Wizards
- Bilal Coulibaly – Out (lower leg tightness)
- Kyshawn George – Questionable (illness)
NBA Cup Outlook
The Cavaliers have yet to progress beyond the group stage of the NBA Cup. To break this pattern, they must win all remaining games convincingly to secure the highest point differential.
Darius Garland made his season debut on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers, coinciding with Cleveland’s best offensive performance this year. The team moved the ball freely, finishing with a season-high 33 assists.
The return of Garland appears crucial to the Cavs' offensive success this season.
Author’s summary: The Cavaliers seek a strong NBA Cup performance fueled by key players returning from injury as they face the Wizards, who continue to struggle early in the season.