Analysis: 3-point shooting leads to more NBA scoring binges
The NBA these past few weeks has featured an almost nightly display of one-upmanship among the game’s greatest scorersJANUARY 10, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
DARIUS GARLAND #10 - POINT GUARD - CLEVELAND CAVALIERS
20.3 PPG •
2.4 RPG •
6.9 APG
20.3 PPG
2.4 RPG
6.9 APG
Has hot start in win Garland finished with 22 points (8-17 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), two rebounds, seven assists and two steals over 35 minutes during Sunday's 112-98 win over the Suns.
Impact Garland was on fire to start the contest, knocking down all five of his field goal attempts in the first quarter for 12 points to help Cleveland jump out to a nine-point lead. From there, however, the Cavs' guard went a combined 0-of-7 from the field between the second and third quarters before chipping in another eight points on 3-of-5 shooting in the final period. Garland added seven assists on the night, which tied Caris LeVert for a game high. He's now dished out at least seven dimes in five straight contests.
JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Garland, Mitchell lead Cavs past banged-up Suns 112-98
Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell both scored 22 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers pulled away late to beat the Phoenix Suns 112-98JANUARY 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Set to play against Phoenix Garland (thumb) is available for Sunday's game versus the Suns, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Impact Garland has been upgraded from questionable to available Sunday with a sprained right thumb. The star guard will play in his second straight game after missing the previous three. Garland played 33 minutes in his last outing, so he should receive close to his normal playing time (35.8).
JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable Sunday Garland (thumb) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Suns.
Impact After a three-game absence, Garland returned from a sprained thumb Friday against the Nuggets and posted 21 points, eight assists and four rebounds in 33 minutes. However, he's dealing with some soreness afterward and could need to take another game off.
JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Goes for 21 points in return Garland (thumb) finished with 21 points (8-20 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-6 FT), four rebounds and eight assists across 33 minutes during Friday's 121-108 loss to the Nuggets.
Impact Garland returned to the lineup Friday after missing the previous three games with a thumb injury. He slotted straight back into the opening unit and took on a normal minutes load, signaling that he won't face any restrictions moving forward. He's averaging 21.0 points, 7.9 assists, 3.6 rebounds, 1.9 three-pointers and 1.2 steals in 35.9 minutes per contest over his last 10 appearances.
JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Darius Garland still bothered by painful thumb injury: 'Just trying to play through it' “Felt like I could come back and help the team,” Darius Garland said following Cleveland’s 121-108 loss to the Denver Nuggets. “I’m trying t...
JANUARY 7, 2023 • CLEVELAND.COM
Darius Garland's thumb injury just 1 issue on disappointing start to Cavs' 6-game trip The start of this pivotal road trip was not an ideal one. The Cavs lost to the Nuggets, 121-108.
JANUARY 7, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Jokic, Murray help Nuggets top Mitchell-less Cavs 121-108
Nikola Jokic had 28 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists, Jamal Murray scored 18 points in his first back-to-back game since knee surgery, and the Denver Nuggets took advantage of Do...JANUARY 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jamal Murray ACCIDENTALLY HITS Darius Garland in the Face 👀
JANUARY 7, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Good to go Garland (thumb) is cleared to play in Friday's matchup against the Nuggets, Duvalier Johnson of TheDNVR.com reports.
Impact Garland is set to return from a three-game absence due to a thumb injury. He figures to see a heavier workload than usual in the backcourt right away, as Donovan Mitchell (rest) will be sidelined. Look for him to take on his usual minutes assuming he avoids any setbacks.
JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Participates in shootaround Garland (thumb) participated in Friday's shootaround, Danny Cunningham of 850 ESPN Cleveland reports.
Impact Garland has been unavailable for the last three games due to a right thumb sprain and is questionable Friday. His thumb was wrapped during Friday's shootaround, but it was encouraging to see him participate in the session ahead of Friday's game against the Nuggets. If he's forced to miss a fourth consecutive matchup, Caris LeVert, Isaac Okoro and Raul Neto could see increased run.
JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Friday Garland (thumb) is listed as questionable for Friday's contest against the Nuggets, Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.
Impact Garland has missed the Cavaliers' last three games as he continues to recover from a right thumb sprain. With Donovan Mitchell (rest) ruled out and Garland's status in question, expect Caris LeVert, Isaac Okoro and Raul Neto to see increased minutes against Denver.
JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Evan Mobley hits late jumper, Cavaliers beat Suns 90-88
Evan Mobley’s 14-foot jumper with four seconds left helped the Cleveland Cavaliers rally for a 90-88 win over the Phoenix Suns, who lost their fourth straightJANUARY 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Won't play Wednesday Garland (thumb) has been ruled out Wednesday against Phoenix, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Impact Garland was considered doubtful ahead of Wednesday's matchup, and he'll be forced to miss a third consecutive game due to his sprained thumb. Donovan Mitchell should see plenty of run once again after dropping 71 points against Chicago on Monday.
JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to sit Wednesday Garland (thumb) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game versus the Cavaliers.
Impact Garland is trending toward a third consecutive absence due to his thumb sprain, leaving the Cavaliers again without their star point guard. Assuming he sits again, Donovan Mitchell should again take on a heightened role in the offense, coming off a 71-point effort against the Bulls on Monday.
JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Cleveland hosts Phoenix following Mitchell's 71-point game
Cleveland faces the Phoenix Suns after Donovan Mitchell scored 71 points in the Cleveland Cavaliers' 145-134 overtime victory against the Chicago BullsJANUARY 3, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kelsey Russo: The Cavs starting lineup tonight against the... - The Athletic The Cavs starting lineup tonight against the Bulls: Donovan Mitchell, Caris LeVert, Lamar Stevens, Kevin Love and Jarrett Allen. Darius Garl...
JANUARY 3, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Officially ruled out Garland (thumb) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Chicago, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Impact Garland was doubtful for Monday's matchup, so it isn't very surprising that he'll be unavailable for a second consecutive game due to his sprained thumb. Caris LeVert will remain in the starting lineup against the Bulls.
JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Darius Garland, Evan Mobley out once again vs. Chicago Bulls, sources say Sources say the Cavs will use the same starting lineup from Saturday’s matchup with the Bulls. Caris LeVert is going to start for Garland wh...
JANUARY 2, 2023 • CLEVELAND.COM
Doubtful for Monday Garland (thumb) is considered doubtful for Monday's game versus the Bulls.
Impact Garland sat out Saturday's clash with the Bulls due to a sprained thumb on his shooting hand, and it appears he's in line for a second consecutive DNP on Monday, barring an upgrade in the next 24 hours. If he sits again, Donovan Mitchell figures to line up for additional work at point guard, and Caris LeVert should remain in the starting lineup.
JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Saturday Garland (thumb) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bulls, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Impact Garland is dealing with a sprained right thumb that will force him to sit out for the first time since Nov. 4. Caris LeVert will enter the starting lineup during Saturday's matchup, while Garland's next chance to play will be Monday against Chicago.
DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Darius Garland, Evan Mobley to miss Cavaliers' 2022 finale vs. Chicago Bulls, sources say Garland suffered a sprained right thumb in the fourth quarter of Thursday’s 135-126 loss to the Indiana Pacers. After undergoing an X-ray th...
DECEMBER 31, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM
Questionable at Chicago Garland (thumb) is questionable for Saturday's matchup against the Bulls, Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.
Impact The point guard suffered a sprained right thumb during Thursday's loss to the Pacers and didn't practice Friday. While that's a discouraging sign, Garland is still a 50/50 shot to take the floor Saturday. If he sits, more minutes could be in store for Caris LeVert and Raul Neto.
DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Misses practice Friday Cavaliers coach J.B. Bickerstaff said Garland wasn't able to participate in Friday's practice and had a bag of ice around his injured right thumb, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plai...
Impact Garland injured his thumb in Thursday's game against the Pacers but was able to play through it. However, his absence from practice puts his status for Saturday's matchup with the Bulls in doubt. Caris LeVert and Raul Neto are candidates to see extended minutes if Garland can't suit up.
DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
