The Cleveland Cavaliers host the Boston Celtics on Sunday, November 30, at 6:00 p.m. ET at Rocket Arena, looking to snap a two-game losing streak. Cleveland enters at 12–8, while Boston holds a 10–9 record and is coming off a one-game skid.
The Cavaliers have dropped back-to-back games, falling 123–130 to Atlanta on November 28 and 99–110 to Toronto on November 24. Boston also suffered a narrow 115–119 loss to Minnesota on November 29, after beating Detroit 117–114 on November 26.
Cleveland faces multiple injuries that could reshape the rotation. Jarrett Allen (right third finger strain) and Lonzo Ball (resting left knee) are out, removing key contributors from the frontcourt and point guard position. Max Strus remains sidelined with a left foot Jones fracture, while Sam Merrill (right hand sprain) and Larry Nance Jr. (right calf strain) are also unavailable.
Craig Porter Jr. is questionable with a left hamstring strain, leaving head coach to adjust ball-handling and perimeter defense.
Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell will carry the scoring and playmaking load, with Mobley averaging 18.7 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 4.1 assists, and Mitchell contributing 30.6 points and 5.3 assists per game.
De’Andre Hunter adds 17.9 points per contest, giving the Cavaliers a reliable wing option amid the depleted roster. Darius Garland, while limited to six games this season, remains an offensive facilitator when healthy.
Boston’s full injury report will be submitted closer to tip-off, led by key contributors like Jaylen Brown (28.2 points, 5.8 rebounds per game) and Derrick White (16.0 points, 5.1 assists). Payton Pritchard and Anfernee Simons also provide scoring and playmaking depth.
Tip-off is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. ET, with both teams looking to halt recent losing streaks and secure momentum in the Eastern Conference standings.
