Craig Porter
G CLE
Thu 2/26/26 2:34 PM

Porter finished with eight points (3-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds and nine assists in 22 minutes during Wednesday's 118-116 loss to the Bucks.
EDGE Analysis
Porter capitalized on the absences of Donovan Mitchell (groin) and James Harden (thumb), handing out a team-high nine dimes off the bench. However, Wednesday marked just the second time Porter has appeared in Cleveland's last four outings, putting him at risk of falling out of the rotation altogether once the Cavaliers' dynamic backcourt duo is back healthy.

Craig Porter
G CLE
Sat 2/21/26 10:56 AM

Porter (coach's decision) went unused off the bench in Friday's 118-113 win over the Hornets.
EDGE Analysis
Porter didn't end up playing for non-injury-related reasons for the first time since Dec. 25, as the Cavaliers opted to go with Nae'Qwan Tomlin and Thomas Bryant as the ninth and 10th men in the rotation rather than using the 25-year-old guard. Cleveland should get Evan Mobley (calf) back for its next game Sunday in Oklahoma City, and Max Strus (foot) could also be cleared to make his season debut at some point further down the road. With that in mind, it's difficult to envision Porter reclaiming regular minutes anytime soon while the Cleveland roster is at close to full strength.

Craig Porter
G CLE
Mon 2/2/26 8:15 AM

Porter closed Sunday's 130-111 win over the Trail Blazers with three points (1-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, 12 assists, two blocks and five steals across 28 minutes.
EDGE Analysis
Porter struggled to score during the victory, but he adeptly handled floor general duties while on the court. Donovan Mitchell has slid into the point guard role during Darius Garland's (toe) absence, but his scoring responsibilities far outweigh the need to move the ball around. Porter took care of that job as he stepped in throughout the game to spell Micthell and Sam Merrill.

Craig Porter
G CLE
Sun 2/1/26 8:04 PM

Porter (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
EDGE Analysis
Porter missed Friday's game against the Suns due to left knee soreness, but he will return to the lineup Sunday. In his last five games, Porter is averaging 5.4 points, 2.8 assists and 2.4 rebounds in 16.8 minutes per contest.

Craig Porter
G CLE
Sat 1/31/26 8:06 PM

Porter (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
EDGE Analysis
Porter remains day-to-day after missing Friday's game against the Suns. Porter is averaging 17.8 minutes across his last six appearances for Cleveland.

Craig Porter
G CLE
Fri 1/30/26 8:20 PM

Porter (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Suns.
EDGE Analysis
Porter was a late addition to the injury report Friday and won't suit up due to left knee soreness. Tyrese Proctor and Lonzo Ball are candidates for increased minutes due to Porter being sidelined. The 25-year-old guard's next opportunity to play will come Sunday against Portland.

Craig Porter
G CLE
Fri 1/30/26 5:05 PM

Porter is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Suns due to left knee soreness.
EDGE Analysis
Porter is in jeopardy of missing his sixth game of the season and first since Christmas Day against the Knicks. He's averaging 17.6 minutes per game in a reserve role this season, and those minutes would likely be absorbed by Lonzo Ball and Tyrese Proctor if Porter is not cleared to play Friday.

Craig Porter
G CLE
Mon 1/19/26 2:05 PM

Porter is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Thunder.
EDGE Analysis
Dean Wade is back in the first unit after overcoming a knee bruise. Porter has averaged 4.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.8 blocks in 22.2 minutes per contest over his last six games off the bench.

Craig Porter
G CLE
Sat 1/17/26 3:16 AM

Porter chipped in two points (1-5 FG, 0-2 FT), 11 assists and three rebounds in 22 minutes during Friday's 117-115 win over Philadelphia.
EDGE Analysis
Porter moved into the starting lineup with Darius Garland (toe) sidelined and struggled to score, but he made a clear impact as a facilitator in Cleveland's narrow win. The 25-year-old matched a career high with 11 dimes, marking his first double-digit assist performance of the campaign. When given extended run, the Wichita State product often showcases his passing ability, averaging 5.6 assists in 14 games with at least 22 minutes played this season.

Craig Porter
G CLE
Fri 1/16/26 6:35 PM

Porter is starting in Friday's game against the 76ers.
EDGE Analysis
With Darius Garland (toe) out, Friday is set to be Porter's second start of the season and just the eighth of his career. Porter has averaged 3.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.8 blocks in 20.9 minutes per contest over his last 10 games.