Merrill (hand) is out for Friday's game against the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

A sprained right hand is costing Merrill a second straight contest. Sunday's showdown with the Clippers marks the sharpshooter's next chance to suit up. Jaylon Tyson (head) could draw the start if he clears concussion protocol, while Craig Porter should be able to play meaningful minutes off the bench.

Merrill (hand) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Houston, Ethan Sands of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Merrill was previously listed as questionable, though he'll end up missing Wednesday's contest. His absence is expected to open up more opportunities for Lonzo Ball, Tyrese Proctor and Craig Porter. Merrill had started four straight games before Wednesday. His next chance to play will come Friday against the Pacers.

Merrill (hand) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Rockets.

EDGE Analysis

A sprained right hand is jeopardizing Merrill's chances of suiting up Wednesday. The sharpshooter has started four consecutive games for the Cavaliers, so Dean Wade and De'Andre Hunter would likely be needed to soak up some extra minutes if Merrill is ultimately unable to play against Houston.

Merrill closed Monday's 118-106 win over Milwaukee with 20 points (7-10 FG, 6-9 3Pt), five rebounds and one block in 28 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Merrill's night was briefly interrupted by a hand injury suffered on one of the first possessions of the game, but he made a quick trip to the locker room before starting the second quarter. Milwaukee was unable to slow him down, as Merrill tied his season high in made triples while also setting a season best in rebounds. The Vanderbilt product has seen a noticeable uptick in opportunity with Darius Garland sidelined due to a toe injury, now averaging 12.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 3.0 made threes in four consecutive starts.

Merrill (hand) started the second quarter of Monday's game against the Bucks, per the broadcast.

EDGE Analysis

Merrill headed back to the locker room after checking out of Monday's contest with 5:50 remaining in the opening quarter. However, he quickly returned to the bench before starting the second quarter and should be good to go for the remainder of the game.

Merrill exited to the locker room after sustaining an apparent right hand injury in the first quarter of Monday's game against the Bucks, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Merrill appeared to hurt his hand early in the contest, though he stayed in the game before eventually heading back to the locker room with 5:50 remaining in the opening quarter. If the sharpshooter is unable to return, Craig Porter and Tyrese Proctor are candidates for increased minutes the rest of the way.

Merrill logged 13 points (5-9 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in 27 minutes during Saturday's 108-100 win over the Grizzlies.

EDGE Analysis

Merrill remained in the starting lineup for a third consecutive game, scoring double digits for the third time in the past four games. Even though Darius Garland continues to miss time due to a toe injury, Merrill has been unable to make the most of a favorable situation. At best, he should be viewed as a streaming option for anyone needing points and threes.

Merrill will start Wednesday's game against the Heat.

EDGE Analysis

With Donovan Mitchell (rest) sidelined, Merrill will get the starting nod at shooting guard. Over four starts this season, the sharpshooter has averaged 17.3 points, 2.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists while shooting 51.4 percent from three-point range in 25.5 minutes per contest.

Merrill tallied 12 points (4-16 FG, 4-16 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists over 28 minutes during Monday's 140-138 overtime loss to Miami.

EDGE Analysis

Merrill struggled through most of the game while missing his first seven shot attempts, but he caught fire during the fourth quarter and hit back-to-back-to-back-to-back triples to tie up the game for Cleveland. He'll be in store for more minutes if Darius Garland (toe) needs to miss time, so give him a look if you need some points and triples.

Merrill (hip) compiled 14 points (4-6 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT) in 27 minutes off the bench Wednesday in the Cavaliers' 132-121 win over the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

Though Darius Garland's (toe) season debut was the major storyline for Cleveland, Merrill made a return of his own from a three-game absence, and his bench-leading scoring total helped power the Cavaliers to victory. Merrill should be a key piece of the rotation moving forward, but he'll likely see his playing time take at least a slight hit once Cleveland is back to full strength. In addition to the Cavaliers playing without De'Andre Hunter (illness) and Max Strus (foot), Dean Wade played just 38 seconds before exiting Wednesday's game with an eye injury.