Rubio (knee) took the floor for some light 3-on-3 work for the first time this season Thursday, Kelsey Russo of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rubio reportedly has a doctor's appointment soon, which should reveal a bit more about where he's at in his recovery from ACL surgery. He still appears to be a ways away from retaking the floor, but there are at least some minor signs of progress. Even when healthy, Rubio figures to be slowly integrated into the rotation.

Coach J.B. Bickerstaff said before Monday's loss to the Raptors that the team has "not put a specific date" on Rubio's (knee) potential return but added, "he is continuing to take steps and has a doctor's appointment coming up soon to see how everything is healing," Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rubio has been able to get individual on-court workouts done after practices, during shootarounds and before games, but the team is hoping that he'll be cleared for 3-on-3 work following his upcoming appointment. The point guard is 11 months removed from tearing his left ACL on Dec. 28, which marked the second time in his career that he had to undergo reconstructive surgery on that knee. Typically, an ACL surgery takes 10-to-12 months to recover from, but Cleveland isn't expected to rush the veteran back to game action and will want him to go through a handful of contract practices before thrusting him back into game action.

Rubio (knee) said at a press conference Monday that he'll "hopefully" return sometime in December, but he ended by adding "who knows," Marla Ridenour of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rubio said he feels "really good" and is entering the training phase of his recovery, but he remains without a firm return timeline. The veteran point guard tore his ACL at the end of December last year while playing for the Cavaliers, but he was traded to the Pacers later in the season before returning to Cleveland this offseason. When available, he figures to garner a backup role behind Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell.

Rubio (knee) and the Cavaliers agreed to terms Friday on a three-year, $18.4 million contract, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rubio was traded to the Pacers in February as part of the deal that sent Caris LeVert to the Cavaliers, but his contract expired, and he'll now rejoin the Cavs. In 34 games with Cleveland last season prior to tearing his ACL, Rubio averaged 13.1 points, 6.6 assists, 4.1 rebounds and 1.4 steals across 28.5 minutes per contest. The soon-to-be 32-year-old figures to operate as the primary backup to Darius Garland in 2022-23 once he's cleared to return from the injury.

Rubio (knee), along with a 2022 first-round pick and two future second-round picks, was traded to the Pacers in exchange for Caris LeVert on Sunday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rubio suffered a torn ACL at the end of December and will miss the rest of the season, so his expiring contract was likely only added in the trade to match LeVert's salary. The veteran point guard finished the 2021-22 campaign averaging 13.1 points, 6.6 assists, 4.1 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 28.6 minutes per game. With the injury being late in the season, and given the fact that Rubio is 31-years-old, it may impact his ability to be ready for the 2022-23 campaign. It's unclear what the Pacers will do with Rubio, but it's likely that they'll allow him to enter free agency this offseason.

Rubio's MRI confirmed that he suffered a torn ACL Tuesday against the Pelicans, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is just devasting news for the Cavaliers as the veteran point guard had been playing at a career-best level this season with Cleveland. Rubio had averaged 13.1 points, 4.1 rebounds and 6.6 assists across his first 34 appearances with the Cavaliers. Kevin Pangos should see more usage with Rubio sidelined, but it would not be surprising to see the team look into the free-agent market for a veteran replacement. Rubio's season is most likely done and the 31-year-old will now be looking forward to his 2022-23 return next season.

Rubio will get an MRI on his left knee Wednesday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rubio went down with a left knee injury during Tuesday's game and had to be helped off the floor by his teammates after being unable to put weight on the leg. The veteran is in the midst of a great season with the surprisingly-successful Cavaliers with averages of 12.7 points, 6.5 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 1.4 assists before Tuesday's game. With Collin Sexton (knee) already done for the year, Cleveland could end up even more shorthanded in the backcourt if Rubio is diagnosed with a serious injury. For the duration of Rubio's absence, more minutes could be available for Kevin Pangos, Denzel Valentine and other guards.

Rubio was helped off the floor with an apparent leg injury during the fourth quarter of Tuesday's game against the Pelicans, Andrew Lopez of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rubio was in the midst of a fantastic game with 27 points, 13 rebounds and nine assists. He was holding his left knee after going down, and he wasn't putting any weight on his leg while being helped to the locker room by his teammates. It certainly seems possible Rubio suffered a serious injury, which would be a huge blow to the team since he's having a great year for the succeeding Cavs. For the duration of his absence, with Darius Garland in protocols, more minutes will be available for Kevin Pangos, Denzel Valentine and other backcourt options.

Rubio will start Wednesday's game against the Celtics, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rubio will make his first start since Nov. 18 for the shorthanded Cavaliers, who have been hit by COVID. In his four starts this season, Rubio has averaged 20.2 points, 6.0 assists, 3.6 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 34.2 minutes.

Rubio closed with 15 points (6-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, 10 assists, one block and three steals across 29 minutes during Saturday's 119-90 win over the Bucks.

EDGE Analysis

Rubio led Cleveland reserves with 29 minutes of court time, and he came through with his first double-double since Nov. 7. The veteran point guard has produced 22 total assists and seven steals over his past two contests. He's been inconsistent as a scorer throughout the campaign, but with per-game averages of 12.7 points, 6.6 dimes, 3.9 boards and 1.3 steals, Rubio has earned a place on fantasy squads in most formats.