Larry Nance PF/C CLE Sat 10/20/18 2:30 PM
Larry Nance
PF/C CLE
Nance (ankle), according to coach Tyronn Lue, was "moving around fine" at Saturday's practice, Spencer Davies of BBallInsiders reports.
EDGE Analysis
An official status for Nance hasn't been given, but he should be considered questionable for Sunday's game until further notice. His potential return could mean fewer minutes for Ante Zizic.
Larry Nance PF/C CLE Fri 10/19/18 6:36 PM
Larry Nance
PF/C CLE
Nance (ankle) won't play in Friday's game against the Timberwolves, Kent Youngblood of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nance entered the day questionable for Friday's contest due to a right ankle sprain, and he'll be held out for at least one more game. He'll be day-to-day moving forward with Ante Zizic and Sam Dekker lined up to see more run until Nance returns to action.
Larry Nance PF/C CLE Fri 10/19/18 12:41 PM
Larry Nance
PF/C CLE
Nance (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game at Minnesota, Joe Vardon of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nance's status remains up in the air for Friday's game due to a lingering right ankle sprain. The Cavaliers don't appear likely to rush him back at any point, considering they held Nance out for the season opener Wednesday. The Wyoming product did however practice this week, meaning it's possible that he makes his season debut Friday.
Larry Nance PF/C CLE Wed 10/17/18 11:00 AM
Larry Nance
PF/C CLE
Nance (ankle) has been downgraded to out for Wednesday's season opener against the Raptors, Joe Vardon of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Though Nance was able to practice Tuesday, the Cavaliers ultimately decided it wasn't worth the risk to rush him back into game action while he recovers from the right ankle sprain. Nance seemingly has a good chance to make his season debut in the Cavaliers' second game Friday against the Timberwolves, but his absence in the opener will likely clear up some extra minutes in the frontcourt for Tristan Thompson, Ante Zizic and Sam Dekker.
Larry Nance PF/C CLE Tue 10/16/18 12:36 PM
Larry Nance
PF/C CLE
Nance (ankle) participated in Tuesday's practice, but his status remains uncertain for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Raptors, Spencer Davies of Basketball Insiders reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nance sprained his right ankle late last week, but appears to be ramping up his activity ahead of Wednesday's opener. He apparently looked good at Tuesday's practice and as long as there isn't increased discomfort following his recent uptick in activity, it seems as if the big man has a good shot at getting on the floor for the opener. That said, look out for another update following Wednesday's morning shootaround. If Nance were to sit out, coach Ty Lue said Ante Zizic would likely get minutes in the regular rotation. Nance recently signed a four-year, $45 million extension with the Cavaliers.
Larry Nance PF/C CLE Mon 10/15/18 5:08 PM
Larry Nance
PF/C CLE
Nance (ankle) signed a four-year, $45 million extension with the Cavaliers on Monday, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nance joined the Cavaliers at the trade deadline last season, and following some impressive showings in the second half of the season and playoffs, the 25-year-old has solidified his second NBA contract. Nance is expected to serve as the first backcourt player to come off the bench for the Cavaliers this season, and while his offensive game is still somewhat limited, he's shown plenty of promise with his versatility on defense. Nance, however, is currently questionable to play in Wednesday's season opener in Toronto due to a right ankle sprain.
Larry Nance PF/C CLE Mon 10/15/18 1:30 PM
Larry Nance
PF/C CLE
Nance (ankle) did not practice Monday, Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nance suffered a sprained right ankle during Thursday's preseason game, and the Cavs will wait until Tuesday to update his status for Wednesday's regular-season opener. At this point, the big man is essentially 50/50 to play, and if he's held out, Tristan Thompson would be set for a larger role.
Larry Nance PF/C CLE Thu 10/11/18 11:09 PM
Larry Nance
PF/C CLE
Nance sprained his right ankle during Thursday's practice, Spencer Davies of BBall Insiders reports.
EDGE Analysis
It's unknown if Nance will be forced to miss any time, but his status for Cleveland's season opener Wednesday in Toronto is certainly up in the air. More updates on his ankle should emerge as Wednesday approaches.
Larry Nance PF/C CLE Thu 10/11/18 1:13 PM
Larry Nance
PF/C CLE
Nance will rest during Friday's preseason finale against the Pistons, Spencer Davies of Fox Sports Ohio reports.
EDGE Analysis
It appears coach Ty Lue wants to keep Nance fresh for the regular-season opener. Nance has appeared in three preseason games, averaging 7.7 points, 6.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 18.8 minutes.
Larry Nance PF/C CLE Wed 10/3/18 1:53 PM
Larry Nance
PF/C CLE
Nance recorded five points (0-1 FG, 5-6 FT), seven boards and two assists across 17 minutes during Tuesday's 102-95 preseason win over the Celtics.
EDGE Analysis
Nance showed what he can do in limited action during Tuesday's preseason opener. After joining the Cavs last season, he averaged 8.9 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.0 combined steals/blocks and 1.0 assist across 20.8 minutes. Earlier in the week, coach Ty Lue noted that Nance will draw starts against smaller, quicker centers. For that reason, Nance is worth a late-round flier in many fantasy formats.