Dean Wade News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

Moves into starting lineup Wade (illness) will join the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Thunder, according to Cavaliers sideline reporter Serena Winters.

Impact Wade was previously carrying a questionable tag, but he made it through shootaround and the Cavaliers will throw him into the first unit with Darius Garland (hamstring) sitting out. Wade wasn't the most exciting fantasy option in 2022-23, averaging 4.7 points and 3.4 rebounds in 20.3 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in shootaround Wade (illness) participated in shootaround ahead of Friday's game versus the Thunder, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Wade missed the team's season opener with an illness and is considered questionable Friday. However, his participation in shootaround is a good sign of his availability against the Thunder.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Thunder Wade (illness) is questionable for Friday's game versus the Thunder.

Impact Wade is in danger of missing his second straight game to start the season due to an illness. If he's downgraded to out, Isaac Okoro, Caris LeVert and Georges Niang will likely receive extended minutes.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for opener Wade (illness) won't play in Wednesday's season opener against the Nets.

Impact Wade has officially been downgraded from doubtful to out Wednesday due to an illness. His next chance to suit up will be Friday's matchup with the Thunder.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Wednesday Wade (illness) missed practice Tuesday and did not fly with the team for Wednesday's game against Brooklyn, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Wade not traveling with the team nearly seals his fate as being out for Wednesday's season opener. Jarrett Allen (ankle) has officially been ruled out, opening the door for Georges Niang, Isaac Okoro and Caris LeVert to earn extra frontcourt minutes in smaller lineups.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from practice Wade (illness) was not able to practice Monday, Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com reports.

Impact The Cavaliers will have another practice Tuesday before they head to Brooklyn for Opening Night on Wednesday. For now, Wade should be considered questionable to play. If he's able to give it a go, there could be more minutes available with Jarrett Allen (calf) still hobbled.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Top rebounder in near double-double Wade finished with 13 points (4-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one steal over 20 minutes in Monday's 120-89 preseason win over Ra'anana.

Impact Wade led all players in Monday's game in rebounds while finishing as one of six Cavaliers in double figures in scoring. Wade has reached the double-digit point total in two straight preseason outings while hauling in six or more rebounds in two of his three preseason contests thus far.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will start Monday Wade will start Monday's exhibition versus Maccabi, Sam Amico of HoopsWire.com reports.

Impact With Cleveland's usual starters unavailable, Wade will get the start at power forward. He'll be joined by Ty Jerome, Isaac Okoro, Caris LeVert and Damian Jones.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 4, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Out Sunday Wade will not suit up for Sunday's game against the Rockets due to an illness.

Impact Wade is a negligible part of the Cavaliers' rotation, so his absence from the active roster won't impact fantasy hoops. His next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Hawks.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to score in 14 minutes Wade provided zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound, two assists, one block and one steal across 14 minutes during Saturday's 114-90 win over the Pistons.

Impact Wade was a non-factor in the win despite remaining a somewhat consistent part of the rotation. He has played at least 14 minutes in three straight games, yet has managed to score a total of just three points. While we have seen his playing time spike at times throughout the season, his role is far too insignificant to warrant fantasy attention, outside of very deep formats.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Flirts with double-double off bench Wade posted 10 points (3-4 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and one block in 31 minutes during Wednesday's 113-85 victory over the Pistons.

Impact Wade led all bench players in scoring and rebounds while finishing one rebound shy of a double-double in Wednesday's victory. Wade set a season-high mark in rebounds while posting his second double-digit point total of the season.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Muted effort again Thursday Wade recorded five points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one steal across 17 minutes during Thursday's 128-113 victory over Memphis.

Impact Wade played just 17 minutes in the win, coming on the heels of a four-game stretch in which he played at least 21 minutes in each game. Despite earning a regular spot in the rotation, Wade is not a player to look at in fantasy, even in slightly deeper formats. He has scored double digits on only four occasions this season and averages only 1.1 combined steals and blocks.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 27, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Garland scores 26 as Cavaliers race past Rockets 113-95

Darius Garland had 26 points and Evan Mobley added 21 as the Cleveland Cavaliers routed the short-handed Houston Rockets 113-95, despite missing Donovan Mitchell

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Does little in light minutes Wade (shoulder) finished with zero points, one rebound and one block in 10 minutes during Saturday's 114-102 win over the Bucks.

Impact Suiting up for the first time since Dec. 2 after missing more than a month and a half with a sprained shoulder, Wade was on a tight minutes restriction in his return to action. Prior to getting hurt, Wade had started in his last five appearances and averaged 27.8 minutes per contest, but he may struggle to regain that level of playing time now that he's healthy again. Isaac Okoro has stepped up his production of late and may have secured a role as the Cavaliers' starting small forward, while Cedi Osman has provided a nice scoring punch off the bench in both of the past two games to make a push for consistent minutes.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slated for 12-15 minutes Saturday Wade (shoulder) will play 12 to 15 minutes in Saturday's game against the Bucks, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Wade's initial minutes limit was set at 15 to 20, but coach J.B. Bickerstaff shared that it would in fact be just 12 to 15 minutes. Wade has been sidelined since Dec. 2 with a shoulder sprain, so it is no surprise the team will bring him along gradually. He should not be a fantasy consideration considering the restrictions and the likelihood of rust given the lengthy absence.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cavaliers' Dean Wade set to make return Saturday night, sources say Wade has missed about seven weeks with shoulder and ankle injuries.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • CLEVELAND.COM

Returning Saturday on minutes limit Wade (shoulder) has been cleared to play Saturday versus the Bucks but will be limited to 15-to-20 minutes, Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.

Impact Wade has been sidelined since early December with a shoulder sprain, but it appears he's finally reached a point where his shoulder will allow him to retake the floor. Wade averaged 24.1 minutes in his 17 appearances (nine starts) prior to the injury, but he'll begin at a slightly lesser amount, given his extended absence. Wade's return figures to shave off minutes from some of the Cavs' frontcourt players.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dean Wade to return vs. Bucks on Saturday After missing seven weeks with a shoulder injury, Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade is planning his return against the Milwaukee Bucks o...

JANUARY 21, 2023 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Progressing, but not ready to play Cavaliers head coach J.B. Bickerstaff said Tuesday that Wade (shoulder) is progressing, but the forward hasn't yet been cleared to resume taking part in 5-on-5 work during practice...

Impact Wade hasn't played since Dec. 2 due to a left shoulder sprain and recently suffered a minor setback in his recovery, but he appears to have resumed at least some on-court work. However, because Wade isn't yet taking part in full-contact, 5-on-5 scrimmaging, he appears likely to sit out the Cavaliers' remaining three games this week. His continued absence has opened up more playing time at forward for Isaac Okoro, who has settled into a starting role alongside guards Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell (groin).

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers setback Wade (shoulder) recently suffered a minor setback, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Wade hasn't played since early December as he continues to recover from a severe left shoulder sprain. The forward was making progress toward a return, but due to the setback, he'll miss more time than initially expected.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Wade (shoulder) will miss Thursday's meeting with the Trail Blazers, Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.

Impact Wade has not seen any action since early December as he continues to deal with a left shoulder sprain. His next opportunity to play will come Saturday against the Timberwolves.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Wade (shoulder) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup against the Jazz, Danny Cunningham of 850 ESPN Cleveland reports.

Impact Wade hasn't played since Dec. 2 due to a left shoulder sprain. It's unclear when he'll return to game action, but his next chance to do so will come Thursday in Portland.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Wade (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Suns.

Impact Wade hasn't played since Dec. 2 due to a left shoulder sprain. He was given a 3-to-4 week return timeline, so the Cavaliers should provide another update on Wade's recovery soon. However, until then, his availability will be handled game-by-game, so his next chance to suit up will come Tuesday in Utah.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Garland scores 26 as Cavaliers race past Rockets 113-95