Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (nose) will return to the court on Friday against Philadelphia, ending a six-game absence. This will be only his third appearance of the month, as the Cavaliers superstar has had some awful luck with injuries. Mitchell's return pushes Isaac Okoro back to the second unit, which will be a big blow to his fantasy appeal. The Sixers had massive struggles containing Mitchell in the last head-to-head clash, giving up 36 points.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (knee, nose) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Philadelphia 76ers. The upgrade coincides with a report on Wednesday from The Athletic's Shams Charania that Mitchell was targeting a return on Friday from a six-game absence with a knee injury and nasal fracture. Even so, the two-way superstar's status could ultimately come down to a game-time decision based on pregame warmups. Point forward Caris LeVert's run as a primary ball handler for the Cavs could be nearing a close, averaging 11.8 points, 7.8 assists, 4.8 rebounds, 1.2 threes, and 1.4 steals through his last 12 games (seven starts). He should remain held in all fantasy leagues until Mitchell is officially cleared, though.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (nose/knee) is targeting a return to action as soon as Friday's home game versus the Philadelphia 76ers. Mitchell has been sidelined since March 16 due to a knee issue and nasal fracture, but he's now on the cusp of a return. Although the two-way All-Star guard won't be available for Wednesday's contest against the Charlotte Hornets, Mitchell still has a chance to return during the fantasy semifinals and boost playoff rosters. Swingman Caris LeVert is averaging 12.5 points, 7.8 assists, 4.9 rebounds, 1.5 steals, and 1.3 three-pointers over his last 11 appearances (seven starts), and he remains a must-roster player against a Hornets team that's tied for the third-worst defensive efficiency rating (116.8) in basketball.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (nose) had a procedure for a nasal fracture and will be re-evaluated in one week. Mitchell missed Monday's win over the Indiana Pacers due to a fractured nose and will now be unavailable for a significant portion of the fantasy postseason as a result. Darius Garland will continue to take on heavy ball-handling duties in the meantime, and Caris LeVert should be rostered in all leagues. In 14 games without Mitchell this season, LeVert is submitting 15.0 points, 6.1 assists, 3.6 rebounds, 2.0 three-pointers, and 1.2 steals per contest.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (nose) will miss Monday's matchup against Indiana. After returning from a knee injury, Mitchell lasted just two games in the lineup, breaking his nose in Saturday's contest against Houston. Caris LeVert is set for a fresh boost in fantasy value without Mitchell, while Darius Garland will once again carry a heavier burden on the Cavaliers' backcourt. Garland's numbers have jumped to 22.7 points and 6.5 assists in games without Mitchell this season.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (knee) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Pacers. After missing seven consecutive contests, Mitchell has since suited up in two games in a row. In Saturday's game against Houston, the 27-year-old left in the second half with knee issues. The All-Star Mitchell recorded 11 points, three rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 23 minutes on the court.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (knee) has been upgraded to available ahead of Wednesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Mitchell will make his return to the court after missing each of the last seven games. His return will push Caris LeVert back to the bench where he won't have as much streaming appeal. LeVert should still hold some value, but his scoring chances will likely take a hit with Mitchell back. There is no word on a minutes limit, so fantasy managers should feel comfortable getting Mitchell back in their lineups.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's clash with the New Orleans Pelicans. Although there's still a good chance the 27-year-old won't be back on Tuesday, he's at least moving in the right direction after missing the last seven games with a bone bruise in his left knee. Of course, Mitchell needs to be added to all fantasy lineups once he's cleared. But with Max Strus (knee) and Evan Mobley (knee) already ruled out, Isaac Okoro and Craig Porter Jr. should see enough work to remain adequate fantasy options if Mitchell doesn't return on Wednesday.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (knee) is out for Monday's game versus the Phoenix Suns. Mitchell will miss a seventh straight contest due to a left knee bone bruise and hope to return in Wednesday's matchup with the New Orleans Pelicans. In 12 games without Mitchell this season, Darius Garland is submitting 22.1 points, 6.6 assists, 3.0 three-pointers, and 1.2 steals per contest and is a must-start in all season-long fantasy leagues against the Suns.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (knee) is making progress but is unlikely to play on Monday versus Phoenix, reports Chris Fedor of The Plain Dealer. The Cavaliers superstar has been out for six games. The team has "hope" of him being able to return to the court during the team's upcoming three-game road trip, which starts on Wednesday with a contest in New Orleans. Darius Garland has run the Cavaliers backcourt in Mitchell's absence, with Caris LeVert, Sam Merrill, Georges Niang, and Isaac Okoro all benefiting from the team's injury problems.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (knee) will miss at least the next three games. The All-Star has sat out the last two contests because of a bone bruise in his left knee. While many had hoped the injury would only be a short-term issue, Chris Fedor of The Plain Dealer reported Mitchell underwent Platelet Rich Plasma injections, so he'll miss upcoming meetings with Boston, Atlanta, and Minnesota before getting re-evaluated over the weekend. The 27-year-old has had one of the best seasons of his career, averaging 28.0 points, 6.2 assists, and 5.4 rebounds. Fantasy managers should remain optimistic that Mitchell will be back on the floor when the Cavs meet the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday night. Of course, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen should benefit from a production standpoint without Mitchell. But Max Strus, Caris LeVert, and ... [More]

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (knee) has been downgraded to out for Sunday's game versus the New York Knicks. Mitchell sat out Friday's win over the Detroit Pistons due to soreness in his left knee, and he's unable to go on Sunday as well. A first-round fantasy asset all year long, the 27-year-old perennial All-Star's last 20 games show averages of 29.0 points, 6.8 assists, 5.6 rebounds, 3.8 three-pointers, and 1.8 steals per contest. Tuesday's showdown with the first-place Boston Celtics is Mitchell's next opportunity to take the court. The Knicks are allowing the second-fewest DraftKings points to opposing point guards, but Darius Garland is the clear fantasy beneficiary of Mitchell's absence after burying a season-high eight treys with the keys to the offense all in his lap on Friday. Garland is averaging 23.9 points, 6.1 assists, 2.8 threes, and 1.4 steals through seven outings sans Mitchell this year.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the visiting Knicks. Mitchell is just dealing with knee soreness, so it doesn't appear he is in line to miss an extended period. However, it's still not an ideal scenario for fantasy managers. The 27-year-old wasn't in the lineup on Friday night versus the Detroit Pistons, with Darius Garland finishing with a game-high 29 points. If Mitchell remains out for Sunday's meeting with New York, Garland is a must-start in any fantasy lineup, especially for managers participating in DFS contests. Evan Mobley, who had a 22-point, 17-rebound double-double with two blocks and two steals against Detroit, would also be a popular DFS option.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Mitchell won't be able to battle through soreness in his left knee, missing a great matchup on Friday. Detroit holds the second-worst defensive efficiency rating (117.3), allows the fourth-most points per game (121.3), and surrenders more FanDuel points to opposing point guards than any other team in the league this season. The 27-year-old five-time All-Star has returned first-round fantasy value on the campaign as a whole, and over his latest 20 appearances, he's putting up 29.0 points, 6.8 dimes, 5.6 rebounds, 3.8 triples, and 1.8 steals per contest. Mitchell hopes to return on Sunday versus the New York Knicks. While this game features a weak 219.5-point implied total, Darius Garland deserves heavy DFS rostership with the controls to the Cavs offense all to himself, as Caris LeVert (elbow) is also sidelined.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Pistons. The multi-time All-Star popped up on the injury report because of left knee soreness, and if he doesn't suit up versus Detroit, it will mark his third absence in the Cavs' previous six games. Mitchell should always be in every fantasy lineup imaginable whenever he's active. However, if he can't make it out there, Darius Garland would be the No. 1 option offensively. It might also mean more production for Caris LeVert, who has averaged nearly 16 points this season in games where Mitchell isn't available.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (illness) will return on Sunday against the Washington Wizards. He missed the last two games because of an illness. However, the 27-year-old was trending in the right direction, so fantasy managers already planned on getting him back in the lineup. With Mitchell's return, Isaac Okoro will presumably return to the bench.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. This marks the second game in a row that Mitchell has missed due to an illness. Isaac Okoro figures to move into the starting five once again with Mitchell sidelined. He's not a great streaming option, but he could be worth a look in deep leagues. Caris LeVert is the better streaming choice but has been more of a boom-or-bust player lately. Darius Garland should have increased ball handling responsibilities with Mitchell set to miss another game.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (illness) remains questionable for Friday's game against the 76ers. The 27-year-old missed Cleveland's first game back from the All-Star break and is in question again for their matchup in Philadelphia. If Mitchell remains out, it's likely Isaac Okoro will start once more, with Darius Garland and Caris LeVert expected to shoulder an increased workload. Mitchell's absence would leave a notable void as he averages 28.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game this season.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (illness) won't play on Thursday against the Magic. He did participate in shootaround on Thursday morning, so that's a good thing regarding his health. However, the 27-year-old will get the night off to rest. Isaac Okoro, averaging 10.8 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 24 starts this season, will fill the void in the lineup left by Mitchell's absence. Of course, Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen, and Darius Garland are the guys who may benefit the most.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (illness) is currently listed as questionable for the team's upcoming game against the Orlando Magic tomorrow. Despite playing 14 minutes and scoring 16 points in the All-Star Game, the 27-year-old might sit out Cleveland's first game after the break due to illness. Should Mitchell be unable to play, Caris LeVert is expected to see a significant increase in minutes, while Darius Garland is likely to experience a notable uptick in usage. Mitchell has been averaging 28.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 6.3 assists in 35.5 minutes per game this season.