LeVert won't start Sunday's game against the Pacers, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
After dropping 18 points (6-12 FG, 4-9 3Pt) and five assists in 36 minutes during a spot start Thursday in the absence of Donovan Mitchell, who was resting during the second night of a back-to-back set, LeVert will return to his usual bench role. As a reserve (30 games), LeVert has averaged 11.3 points, 3.7 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 23.7 minutes per game.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Scores 18 in spot start
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LeVert chipped in 18 points (6-12 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, five assists and one block across 36 minutes during Thursday's 132-126 win over Toronto.
With Donovan Mitchell (rest) taking the second night of a back-to-back set off, LeVert made his first start of the season and scored his most points since Dec. 16. Since returning from a four-game absence at the end of November, LeVert has averaged 11.4 points, 3.3 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 0.9 steals in 23.9 minutes per game.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Starting sans Mitchell
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LeVert will start in Thursday's matchup against Toronto, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.
With Donovan Mitchell (rest) sidelined for the second leg of the club's back-to-back set, LeVert will get the starting nod for the first time this season. The 30-year-old has provided a fairly consistent spark off the bench for the Cavaliers thus far, and over his last five outings, he has averaged 7.8 points, 2.6 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.2 steals across 22.8 minutes per contest.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Productive off bench Friday
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LeVert provided 17 points (7-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 1-3 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 25 minutes off the bench during Friday's 134-122 win over Dallas.
The Cavs used a balanced attack to secure Friday's victory, as seven Cleveland players scored in double digits with LeVert leading the second unit. The veteran guard has had trouble finding consistent shot volume of late, but he's managed to drain at least one three-pointer in eight straight games, averaging 11.4 points, 2.5 assists, 2.3 threes, 2.0 boards and 1.3 steals in 21.9 minutes a contest over that stretch while shooting 45.0 percent (18-for-40) from beyond the arc.
LeVert contributed three points (1-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt), one rebound, two assists, one block and one steal in 23 minutes during Tuesday's 122-110 win over the Lakers.
The Cavaliers might be red-hot right now, but the same can't be said for LeVert, who has struggled over the last two games. The veteran guard scored 12 points combined, shooting 4-for-13 from the field against the Warriors and Lakers during Cleveland's back-to-back set.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Scores 11 points
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LeVert logged 11 points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), three rebounds and one assist in 24 minutes during Monday's 124-113 victory over the Jazz.
With Max Strus healthy, LeVert won't have as much upside going forward. He's barely holding onto top-150 value in nine-category formats, so LeVert's fantasy managers in standard leagues may need to look at other options on the waiver wire.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Drops 19 off bench in win
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LeVert posted 19 points (6-10 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, four assists, two blocks and two steals over 19 minutes off the bench during Monday's 130-101 victory over Brooklyn.
The six made three-pointers were a season high for LeVert, who scored in double digits for the sixth time in seven December appearances. The veteran wing dealt with knee trouble to begin the season but appears healthy now, averaging 13.9 points, 4.0 assists, 3.1 boards, 2.1 threes and 1.0 steals in 24.9 minutes a game on the month as the Cavs' primary shooting threat on the second unit.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Muted production in return
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LeVert (knee) provided eight points (2-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two assists and one rebound in 20 minutes off the bench in Friday's 117-101 loss to the Hawks.
LeVert typically assumes more offensive responsibility on the second unit, but he was more deferential in his return from a four-game absence due to a left knee injury. He took on a 14.4 percent usage rate Friday, well behind his season-long rate of 17.5 percent. LeVert could see his minutes and usage pick up slightly as he becomes further removed from the injury, but his upside in both areas will be somewhat capped while the Cavaliers have most of their key rotational players available with the exception of Max Strus (ankle), who could be ready to make his season debut as soon as some point during the upcoming week.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Active Friday
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LeVert (knee) is listed as available for Friday's game against the Hawks.
LeVert is expected to return to game action after a four-game absence due to left knee injury management. The 30-year-old has delivered a solid season off the bench thus far, and in his last five outings he averaged 11.4 points, 4.4 assists and 2.8 rebounds while shooting 46.3 percent from the field across 27.6 minutes per game.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Questionable for Friday
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LeVert (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Hawks.
LeVert has a chance to return to game action following four straight absences due to left knee injury management. Over 13 appearances this season, LeVert has averaged 11.8 points, 4.5 assists, 2.9 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 24.4 minutes per game.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Won't play Wednesday
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LeVert (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Hawks.
LeVert will miss a fourth straight game due to left knee injury management. Dean Wade (ankle) and Max Strus (ankle) also remain sidelined, so Isaac Okoro, Ty Jerome, Sam Merrill and Georges Niang are candidates for solid roles again. LeVert's next chance to suit up will come Friday during a rematch against the Hawks in Atlanta.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Won't play against Toronto
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LeVert is out for Sunday's game versus the Raptors.
LeVert will miss his third straight contest Sunday due to left knee inflammation. LeVert's next chance to suit up is Wednesday's matchup with Atlanta.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Doesn't practice Saturday
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LeVert (knee) was absent from Saturday's practice, Ethan Sands of Cleveland.com reports.
LeVert has missed Cleveland's last two outings due to left knee inflammation. While the Cavaliers have yet to release an official injury report, LeVert's absence from practice is a bad sign of his availability for Sunday's matchup with Toronto.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Out again Wednesday
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LeVert (knee) will not play Wednesday against the Pelicans.
LeVert will miss his second game in a row due to some inflammation in his left knee. Fortunately for Cleveland, they will have a few days off before their next game against the Raptors on Sunday. Craig Porter and Georges Niang could see extended minutes on the wings for the shorthanded Cavaliers on Wednesday.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Out Tuesday
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LeVert (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Celtics, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.
LeVert will miss Tuesday's contest due to left knee inflammation. The 30-year-old has played significant minutes off the bench for the Cavaliers this season, and with LeVert sidelined, the club will likely take an extended look at Ty Jerome, Sam Merrill and Georges Niang. LeVert's next chance to play will come Wednesday against the Pelicans.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Dealing with left knee inflammation
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LeVert (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Celtics.
LeVert missed two games earlier in the regular season due to right knee soreness; however, he is now working through inflammation in his left knee. With LeVert, Sam Merrill (ankle) and Isaac Okoro (ankle) all working through injuries, the Cavs may have to go deep into their bench Tuesday, which gives Craig Porter, Ty Jerome and Georges Niang an opportunity to see more playing time.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Low-volume production Wednesday
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LeVert ended Wednesday's 114-106 win over the 76ers with seven points (2-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 25 minutes.
LeVert was able to chip in across the board, albeit in small quantities. Despite playing a consistent role off the bench, LeVert's playing time has been a little underwhelming, resulting in modest production. He remains a key piece in the second unit, but as long as the team is winning, it appears as though they are going to continue to limit LeVert's opportunities.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Productive off bench in return
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LeVert ended with 16 points (7-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt), six rebounds, six assists and one steal over 28 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 131-122 win over New Orleans.
After missing the prior two games with a sore knee, LeVert returned with his best all-around performance of the season. The veteran wing is shooting a blistering 59.6 percent from the floor and 52.0 percent (13-for-25) from long range through his first seven contests while averaging 12.6 points, 4.6 assists, 2.4 boards, 1.9 threes and 1.0 steals a game.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Available to face Pelicans
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LeVert (knee) will play against the Pelicans on Wednesday, head coach Kenny Atkinson told Serena Winters of Bally Sports Cleveland.
LeVert is set to return after missing two games in a row due to right knee soreness. The veteran is expected to retain his role as an offensive weapon off the bench. He's averaging 12.0 points with 4.3 assists per game across six appearances this season.
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Cavaliers' Caris LeVert: Iffy for Wednesday
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LeVert (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Pelicans.
LeVert is in danger of missing his third straight contest Wednesday while dealing with right knee soreness. If LeVert is unable to suit up yet again, Isaac Okoro, Georges Niang and Sam Merrill should continue to receive increased playing time.
