Sam Merrill SG/SF CLE Sun 1/4/26 1:18 PM
Sam Merrill
SG/SF CLE
Merrill (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Pistons, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Merrill will return from a one-game absence, and he could see a slight uptick in minutes with Jarrett Allen (illness) unavailable. On the season, Merrill is averaging 13.2 points, 2.5 assists and 3.3 triples per contest.
Sam Merrill SG/SF CLE Sun 1/4/26 1:05 PM
Sam Merrill
SG/SF CLE
Merrill (ankle) is still listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons but is trending toward being available, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
EDGE Analysis
Merrill missed Friday's win over the Nuggets due to a left ankle sprain, but the sixth-year pro is on the right track to return for Sunday's game. His return would mean less minutes to go around for Lonzo Ball, Craig Porter and De'Andre Hunter.
Sam Merrill SG/SF CLE Sat 1/3/26 4:45 PM
Sam Merrill
SG/SF CLE
Merrill (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons.
EDGE Analysis
Merrill is considered day-to-day after missing Friday's game against the Nuggets. If Merrill is unable to give it a go, there will be more minutes available for guys like Jaylon Tyson and Craig Porter.
Sam Merrill SG/SF CLE Fri 1/2/26 6:48 PM
Sam Merrill
SG/SF CLE
Merrill (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Ethan Sands of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
EDGE Analysis
Merrill won't suit up Friday due to a sprained left ankle, and his next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Pistons. With the sharpshooter sidelined, Jaylon Tyson and Craig Porter are candidates for increased playing time.
Sam Merrill SG/SF CLE Thu 1/1/26 5:13 PM
Sam Merrill
SG/SF CLE
Merrill is questionable for Friday's game against Denver with a left ankle sprain.
EDGE Analysis
This is a new issue for Merrill, who recently overcame a bout of left hip soreness. If the sharpshooter is unable to suit up, Jaylon Tyson would become an even more attractive fantasy option Friday.
Sam Merrill SG/SF CLE Wed 12/31/25 2:35 PM
Sam Merrill
SG/SF CLE
Merrill (hip) is available for Wednesday's game against the Suns.
EDGE Analysis
As expected, the sharpshooter is shedding a probable designation due to left hip soreness. Across his most recent five appearances, Merrill has averaged 11.0 points, 3.4 assists, 3.0 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 2.4 three-pointers in 26.4 minutes per game.
Sam Merrill SG/SF CLE Tue 12/30/25 4:06 PM
Sam Merrill
SG/SF CLE
Merrill is probable for Wednesday's game against the Suns due to left hip soreness.
EDGE Analysis
Merrill is expected to play through the issue Wednesday, and the Cavaliers are likely to confirm his status closer to tipoff. The sharpshooter has averaged 11.0 points, 3.4 assists, 3.0 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 2.4 three-pointers in 26.4 minutes per game over his last five outings.
Sam Merrill SG/SF CLE Mon 12/29/25 8:46 PM
Sam Merrill
SG/SF CLE
Merrill (mouth) has been cleared to return to Monday's game against San Antonio, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
EDGE Analysis
Merrill was officially diagnosed with a lip laceration, but the issue won't keep him from Monday's action. He should be fully available the rest of the way.
Sam Merrill SG/SF CLE Mon 12/29/25 8:41 PM
Sam Merrill
SG/SF CLE
Merrill exited to the locker room during the first quarter of Monday's game against the Spurs with an apparent mouth injury, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
EDGE Analysis
Merrill appeared to be bleeding from his mouth after being hit in the face. He'll be taken to the locker room for further evaluation.
Sam Merrill SG/SF CLE Mon 12/29/25 7:22 PM
Sam Merrill
SG/SF CLE
Merrill is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Spurs.
EDGE Analysis
Merrill will move to the bench for this one, as Evan Mobley returns to his regular starter role. Merrill is averaging 10.4 points per game when coming off the bench this season, as opposed to 15.0 when playing in the first unit.