LAMAR STEVENS NEWS

Out Saturday Stevens (knee) will not play in Saturday's game against the Mavericks, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Stevens was previously listed as doubtful on the injury report prior to being ruled out due to knee soreness. His absence will push Isaac Okoro into the starting lineup while Cedi Osman and Caris LeVert figure to see larger roles off of the bench. Stevens' next chance to play will come Monday against Utah.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Saturday Stevens has been deemed doubtful for Saturday's matchup with the Mavericks due to knee soreness, Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.

Impact Should Stevens indeed get ruled out, some combination of Caris LeVert, Cedi Osman and Isaac Okoro figure to soak up his minutes. More clarity on his status figures to come closer to tip-off.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lamar Stevens relishing role as Cavaliers' trash-talking, won't-back-down defensive stopper: 'He's got no fear' The objective was to pester Luka Doncic, blanket him like a winter fleece and make the night miserable. Lamar Stevens did just that.

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM

Records double-double Wednesday Stevens ended Wednesday's 105-90 victory over the Mavericks with 18 points (8-15 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds and two assists in 38 minutes.

Impact Stevens was the only player in the contest to collect double-digit rebounds, and he also scored a season-high 18 points to register his first double-double of the campaign. This level of production is not usual for him, as he entered Wednesday averaging just 7.8 points and 4.6 boards over his previous 12 games despite logging a hefty 26.8 minutes per contest. With that in mind, it's probably best to take a wait-and-see approach rather than running out to snatch him off the fantasy waiver wire.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lamar Stevens embodies Cavaliers scrappy mindset — and promising future Stevens has brought a jolt of energy to the Cavs starting lineup since taking over the starting small forward role on Nov. 18.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Scores 10 points in 31 minutes Stevens ended Saturday's 110-102 victory over the Thunder with 10 points (4-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals in 31 minutes.

Impact Stevens continues to start for the Cavaliers but once again failed to reach any great heights. While this was probably his best performance of the season, there still isn't a ton of meat on the bone when it comes to fantasy value. However, he makes for a decent deep-league option given his playing time. For those in standard leagues, streaming his spot is likely to be more fruitful.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes return from illness Stevens (illness) played 15 minutes and logged eight points (3-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in Friday's 107-96 win over the Magic.

Impact Stevens reclaimed his spot in the starting five Friday after missing the previous four games while battling an illness. Though he received a light minutes count in his return, Stevens could be in store for more playing time if the shoulder injury that resulted in Dean Wade's early exit Friday causes him to miss the Cavaliers' next game Sunday against the Knicks.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mitchell scores 34, Cavaliers top Magic 107-96

Donovan Mitchell scored 34 points and Evan Mobley had 19 points and 13 rebounds, lifting the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 107-96 victory over the Orlando Magic

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Officially available Friday Stevens (illness) is slated to return and will start in Friday's meeting with the Magic, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Stevens was previously listed as probable after missing the team's previous four contests and, as expected, will return to the starting lineup Friday. In six starts this season, Stevens has averaged 9.8 points and 3.7 rebounds in 28.6 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shootaround participant Stevens (illness) is taking part in shootaround ahead of Friday's game versus the Magic, Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.

Impact Stevens is listed as probable for Friday's game due to illness. Stevens is also wearing a practice jersey that typically denotes starters, Danny Cunningham of 850 ESPN Cleveland reports. If the 25-year-old forward rejoins the starting five against the Magic, Dean Wade or Mamadi Diakite will likely return to the bench.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable Friday Stevens (illness) is probable for Friday's game against the Magic.

Impact After four missed games, Stevens is probable to return. It remains to be seen if he'll immediately take back his starting job. Either way, his presumed return will likely mean fewer minutes for Mamadi Diakite, Dean Wade and Caris LeVert.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando faces Cleveland on 6-game slide

Orlando is looking to break its six-game skid with a victory over Cleveland

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Caris LeVert scores 22 points, Cavaliers rout 76ers 113-85

Caris LeVert scored 22 points off the bench, Darius Garland had 21 points and nine assist and the Cleveland Cavaliers routed the Philadelphia 76ers 113-85 on Wednesday night

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mamadi Diakite, Dean Wade to step into Cavaliers starting lineup for inactive Lamar Stevens and Jarrett Allen, sources say Stevens was listed as questionable going into the game. Cavs coach J.B. Bickerstaff reasserted that playing status about two hours before ti...

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM

Won't play Wednesday Stevens (illness) is out for Wednesday's game against Philadelphia.

Impact Stevens has been downgraded from questionable to out Wednesday due to illness. Dean Wade, Caris LeVert, Cedi Osman and Isaac Okoro are all candidates to see extended minutes in his absence. Stevens' next opportunity to play will be Friday's matchup with the Magic.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Viewed as game-time call Stevens (illness) is considered a game-time decision for Wednesday's tilt versus the 76ers, Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.

Impact Per Spencer Davies of BasketballNews.com, Stevens indicated he's feeling a lot better, so there seems to be a decent chance he will make his return from a three-game absence Wednesday. More clarity on the situation should surface once the Cavs take the floor for warmups.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Stevens (illness) is listed as a question mark for Wednesday's game versus the 76ers.

Impact Stevens has missed three straight contests due to illness. It comes at an inopportune time, as he had recently taken control of a spot in the team's starting five. He has a chance to retake his starting spot Wednesday, though clarification of his status should surface on game day.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mitchell leads Cleveland into matchup against Philadelphia

Donovan Mitchell leads Cleveland into a matchup with Philadelphia averaging 28.9 points per game

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Siakam scores 18 in return, Raptors beat Cavaliers 100-88

Pascal Siakam had 18 points and 11 rebounds in his return from injury, O

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains out Stevens (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Raptors, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Stevens will miss a third straight game due to an illness. Kevin Love (thumb) and Jarrett Allen (hip) are also out, so Cleveland will likely relay heavily on Robin Lopez, Dean Wade and Cedi Osman against Toronto.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mitchell, Cavaliers set for matchup with the Raptors

Donovan Mitchell leads Cleveland into a matchup against Toronto averaging 30.1 points per game

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out vs. Pistons Stevens (illness) is out for Sunday's game at Detroit.

Impact Stevens will miss a second straight game, and with Kevin Love (thumb) out and Jarrett Allen (hip) questionable, the Cavaliers may need to lean more on Cedi Osman, Robin Lopez and Dean Wade.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mitchell, Cavaliers set for matchup against the Pistons

Donovan Mitchell leads Cleveland into a matchup against Detroit averaging 30.0 points per game

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out as expected Stevens (illness) is out Friday at Milwaukee.

Impact With Stevens, Kevin Love (thumb) and Caris LeVert (ankle) out, more minutes should be in store for Dean Wade, Cedi Osman and Isaac Okoro. Stevens' next chance to play is Sunday against the Pistons.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE