Final Cavaliers Injury Update vs. Atlanta Hawks

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The Atlanta Hawks finally handed the Cleveland Cavaliers their second loss of the season on Wednesday night by a final score of 134-124.

These two teams are set to meet again on Friday afternoon, but the Wine and Gold are still looking to roll out a healthy lineup.

Caris LeVert was questionable before the game and was considered a game-time decision. Cleveland’s main backup player has now been considered accessible against the Hawks.

LeVert has missed the past four games as he continues to deal with a left knee injury. This is an injury that LeVert has dealt with going back to last season and the team’s latest schedule reportedly caused it to flare up.

Fortunately, LeVert is back on the floor on Friday.

Dean Wade is back out for the Cleveland Cavaliers after suffering an ankle sprain two weeks ago Sunday.

Wade might not light up the box with points per game. game, but he plays a key role in Cleveland’s defensive game plan. On Wednesday, the Cavaliers struggled to protect some of Atlanta’s tall and long wings, and Wade could have helped with that if he was healthy.

Dean Wade warming up

November 13, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (32) warms up before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images / Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

The trio of Emoni Bates, JT Thor and Luke Travers are all out against the Hawks. Each is on a G-League assignment, making them unavailable.

Trae Young’s name appeared on the injury report as he deals with right Achilles tendinitis, but he will be available for the Hawks. Young scored 20 points against the Cavaliers on Wednesday, and limiting his production will be a key point for Cleveland.