Overview
- Cleveland’s official report lists Darius Garland (toe) and Max Strus (foot) as out for Wednesday’s season opener at Madison Square Garden.
- De’Andre Hunter is questionable after a knee-to-knee collision in the preseason and participated in limited 3-on-3 work on Tuesday.
- Atkinson described Hunter’s injury as a contusion from contact and indicated it is not viewed as a long-term concern.
- With key wings sidelined, reporting points to heavier offensive load for Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley to start the season.
- If Hunter cannot go, Dean Wade or Jaylon Tyson are identified as top options to fill minutes, while the Knicks will be without Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson.