# Cleveland Cavaliers player injuries

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cleveland-cavaliers-player-injuries
> Updated: 2026-11-06T20:08:44.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The Cleveland Cavaliers have dealt with a series of player injuries throughout early November 2026. Initially, Jarrett Allen was listed as questionable due to a right knee contusion sustained during a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, while Tyrese Proctor was questionable with a left ankle sprain. Peyton Watson also faced a hamstring issue, and Jaylon Tyson was ruled out with an ankle injury.

By the following days, the roster challenges expanded. Sam Merrill was ruled out for a game against the New York Knicks due to right elbow injury management following a game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Jarrett Allen remained sidelined with his knee contusion, and Jaylon Tyson continued to be unavailable with a right ankle sprain. Additionally, Nae’Qwan Tomlin was listed with a low back stress reaction.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-06: Cleveland Cavaliers face multiple injuries ahead of Knicks game

The Cleveland Cavaliers will be without Sam Merrill, Jarrett Allen, and Jaylon Tyson for their upcoming game against the New York Knicks due to various injuries.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cleveland-cavaliers-face-multiple-injuries-ahead-of-knicks-game

### 2026-11-04: Cleveland Cavaliers players Jarrett Allen and Tyrese Proctor listed as questionable

Jarrett Allen and Tyrese Proctor are questionable for the Cleveland Cavaliers' next game following injuries sustained during a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cleveland-cavaliers-players-jarrett-allen-and-tyrese-proctor-listed-as-questionable

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