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Cavs Hold Out Mitchell and Allen as Garland Nears Return

Head coach Kenny Atkinson is steering a cautious ramp-up for Darius Garland to protect long-term availability.

Sep 29, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) and guard Darius Garland (10) and guard Donovan Mitchell (45) and forward Evan Mobley (4) poses for a photo during media day at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Donovan Mitchell was ruled out of Friday’s game for evaluation and treatment of left hamstring tightness after attending morning shootaround.
  • Jarrett Allen sat with a hand injury that Atkinson said came from a freak halftime play in Boston when a Dean Wade swish fell directly on his hand.
  • Mitchell and Allen missed their first action of the season against Toronto, joining Sam Merrill on the inactive list as Cleveland opened Emirates NBA Cup play with a 112-101 loss.
  • Darius Garland went through full shootaround and recent game-speed scrimmages with the Cleveland Charge and two-way players, with Atkinson reporting no setbacks or soreness.
  • Atkinson emphasized prioritizing health after last season’s strong regular-season run, saying he would rather manage these issues now than closer to the playoffs.