The Cleveland Cavaliers (46-33) take on the Memphis Grizzlies (27-52) in what should be a good game tonight.
The Cavaliers have a pretty healthy roster going into the game. However, the Memphis Grizzlies are dealing with many injuries and have been doing so all season. They will be relying on their bench for this game.
Do the Grizzlies stand a chance, or will this be a walk in the park for the Cavaliers?
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report
Cleveland Cavaliers
Players | Injury | Status |
Dean Wade | Knee | Out |
Ty Jerome | Ankle | Out |
Sam Merrill | Neck | GTD |
The Cleveland Cavaliers have managed to stay pretty healthy this season. The biggest loss they had was Donovan Mitchell. However, he has since made his return. The team has been playing solid basketball and has found themselves in a position to be in the playoffs.
Recently, the Cavaliers have been struggling a little. They have only won three of their last seven games. To remain in fifth place, they absolutely need to win their last few games. Luckily, they have a capable and healthy starting five.
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Memphis Grizzlies
Players | Injury | Status |
Yuta Watanabe | Personal | Out |
Lamar Stevens | Groin | Out |
Jake Laravia | Ankle | Out |
Desmond Bane | Back | Out |
Jaren Jackson Jr. | Quadriceps | Out |
John Konchar | Heel | Out |
Luke Kennard | Knee | Out |
Santi Aldama | Foot | Out |
Vince Williams Jr. | Knee | Out |
Marcus Smart | Finger | OFS |
Derrick Rose | Groin | OFS |
Ziarie Williams | Hip | OFS |
Ja Morant | Shoulder | OFS |
The Memphis Grizzlies season has been a messy one. Their roster has been decimated. Their All-Star, Ja Morant, has been out since the beginning of the season. Also, Marcus Smart, who was supposed to help boost their defense, has been out since before the new year.
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Where Do The Memphis Grizzlies Go From Here
This season does not represent the kind of team Memphis is. They have solid players that contribute and pull their weight. The problem is none of them are on the court. They have had to dive deep into their bench, which is not working out.
There are a few players that could make a return for the team. However, with the season ending in three games, it isn’t worth it. The Grizzlies Grizzlies should rest their players as much as they can. There is no need for them to think about the play-in or playoffs. Instead, they should be completely focused on getting their roster healthy.
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