CRAIG PORTER JR. NEWS

Season-best numbers in loss Porter ended with 15 points (6-8 FG, 3-3 3Pt), three rebounds and three assists over 25 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 120-117 loss to the Celtics.

Impact The second-year guard saw his largest workload of the season due to injuries to Max Strus (ankle), Caris LeVert (knee) and Isaac Okoro (ankle), and Porter responded with his highest scoring output so far in 2024-25. The Wichita State product could continue to see an increased role in the short term, but LeVert's return in particular will likely bump Porter back to the end of the bench.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Limited again in victory Porter had three points (1-1 FG, 1-2 FT), one rebound and two assists in 11 minutes during Wednesday's 114-106 victory over the 76ers.

Impact Porter logged 11 minutes in the win, the first time his playing time has exceeded double-digits all season. Having won 13 straight games to begin the campaign, the Cavaliers are unlikely to tinker with their rotation unless absolutely necessary. For that reason, Porter is destined to remain nothing but a depth piece, at least for the foreseeable future.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Plays five minutes in return Porter (thumb) logged two assists and one rebound in five minutes off the bench in Saturday's 114-113 win over the Bucks.

Impact Porter had missed the previous three games with a right thumb sprain before he returned to action Saturday in the second leg of the back-to-back set. Prior to suffering the injury, Porter hadn't been part of the rotation, but head coach Kenny Atkinson turned the reserve guard loose for five minutes in the second quarter Saturday, and he performed well during his time on the court. However, if Caris LeVert (knee) is back in action for Monday's rematch with the Bucks, Porter is likely to fall back out of the rotation.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Porter (thumb) is available for Saturday's game against the Bucks.

Impact As expected, Porter has been upgraded from probable to available. With Caris LeVert (knee) sidelined, there may be some extra reserve minutes for Porter against Milwaukee.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play against Milwaukee Porter (thumb) is listed as probable for Saturday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Porter is expected to return to action after missing Cleveland's previous three contests with a sprained right thumb. With Caris LeVert (knee) out, it could open up an opportunity for Porter to receive increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Friday Porter (thumb) has been ruled out for Friday's game versus Orlando.

Impact Porter is dealing with a sprained right thumb and will miss his third consecutive game Friday. However, the 24-year-old's absence shouldn't cause any major waves in the rotation.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play against Orlando Porter (thumb) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Magic.

Impact Porter is expected to miss his third straight contest Friday while dealing with a right thumb sprain. However, the 24-year-old guard being listed as doubtful instead of out initially could indicate that he is nearing a return to action.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Porter (thumb) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Porter will miss a second straight game due to a right thumb sprain. His absence shouldn't have a major impact on the Cavaliers' rotation, as Ty Jerome has emerged as the primary backup point guard behind Darius Garland early in the 2024-25 campaign.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Monday Porter (thumb) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Knicks, per the NBA's injury report.

Impact Porter may have picked up the injury during the Cavaliers' 135-116 win over the Wizards on Saturday. He's only played four minutes off the bench over his last two outings, so the Cavs' rotation won't take a big hit for Monday's contest. Porter's next chance at suiting up will be at home against the Lakers on Wednesday.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with thumb sprain Porter is questionable for Monday's game against the Knicks due to a right thumb sprain.

Impact Porter has played 12 minutes through Cleveland's first three games, so his potential absence shouldn't impact the rotation. Ty Jerome has beaten out Porter for the backup role behind Darius Garland.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Stuffs stat sheet in SL Porter logged 15 points (5-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven assists, six rebounds, a steal and a block across 21 minutes of Sunday's 112-81 win over Milwaukee in Summer League.

Impact Porter paced Cleveland in assists and trailed only Emoni Bates in points. Porter is entering his second NBA season, and figures to play a semi-regular role off the bench for the Cavs after averaging 5.6 points, 2.3 assists and 2.1 rebounds across 12.7 minutes in 51 games as a rookie.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Fully cleared to play Porter (ankle) has been a full go at Cleveland's Summer League practices, Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.

Impact Porter suffered a season-ending ankle injury back on April 14th, but he's been able to fully participate at practice with no complications. Porter played some key rotation minutes for the Cavaliers in 2023-24, and he's likely to be a featured player for them during the Summer League.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Porter (ankle) won't suit up for Wednesday's Game 5 matchup with the Celtics, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Porter is set to miss his 12th straight game, and with Caris LeVert (knee) and Donovan Mitchell (calf) also out, Darius Garland will get all the run he can handle. There should also be ample minutes for Max Strus and Dean Wade.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Wednesday Porter (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's Game 5 against the Celtics.

Impact Porter is expected to miss his 12 straight game Wednesday due to a left ankle sprain. While Porter's upgraded status does suggest he's nearing a return, Cleveland being down 3-1 to Boston could mean that the series will be over before the rookie guard is able to suit up.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for Game 4 Porter (ankle) won't play in Monday's Game 4 against the Celtics.

Impact Porter has missed 11 consecutive contests due to a sprained left ankle. Even if healthy, Porter likely wouldn't factor into the rotation.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Porter (ankle) won't play in Saturday's Game 3 against the Celtics.

Impact Porter will miss his 10th straight game Saturday due to a left ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up is Game 4 on Monday.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Game 2 Porter will remain on the sidelines for Game 2 against the Celtics on Thursday.

Impact Porter has yet to suit up for any of the Cavaliers' playoff games thus far, but even if he were active, it's unlikely he'd touch the court. His next chance to wear a uniform will come Saturday.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Porter (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's Game 1 against the Celtics.

Impact Porter didn't play during the opening-round series and will remain sidelined to start the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Even if the undrafted rookie is cleared, he isn't guaranteed playing time in the postseason.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Sunday Porter (ankle) will not play in Sunday's Game 7 against the Magic.

Impact This will be the seventh game in a row on the shelf for Porter, and he remains without a timetable for a return.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Porter (ankle) won't play in Friday's Game 6 against the Magic.

Impact Porter will miss his sixth straight contest Friday due to a left ankle sprain. However, Porter is unlikely to crack Cleveland's playoff rotation when healthy.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Porter (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Magic.

Impact Porter has yet to suit up during the postseason due to a left ankle sprain. Even when he's healthy, the undrafted rookie isn't guaranteed minutes.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Porter (ankle) won't play in Saturday's Game 4 against the Magic.

Impact Porter will miss his fourth straight contest to start the playoffs Saturday due to a left ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up is Game 5 on Tuesday against Orlando.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Porter (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's Game 3 matchup with Orlando.

Impact Porter has yet to play this postseason, but he's a negligible part of the rotation. His next chance to wear a uniform will come Saturday.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out to start postseason Porter (ankle) has been ruled out for Game 2 of the opening-round series against the Magic on Monday.

Impact Porter continues to work his way back from a left ankle sprain he suffered during the regular-season finale. Even if he's cleared soon, the rookie isn't guaranteed a role in the postseason rotation.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Saturday Porter (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's Game 1 against the Magic.

Impact Porter sprained his left ankle during Sunday's regular-season finale against the Hornets and will be sidelined to begin the playoffs. It's unclear when Porter will return, but once he's healthy, he could struggle to find playing time as part of a strong bench unit consisting of Caris LeVert, Sam Merrill and Isaac Okoro.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE