*Cavaliers-Pistons Matchup: Injury Report and Predictions*
The Detroit Pistons are set to host the Cleveland Cavaliers at Little Caesars Arena on Friday night, with both teams looking to continue their winning streaks. The Pistons have won two consecutive games and six of their last 10, while the Cavaliers have won three straight and six of their last 10.
However, the Pistons will be without their star guard Cade Cunningham, who is sidelined with a left calf contusion. This will be Cunningham’s third consecutive game missed due to the injury. Despite his absence, the Pistons have managed to win their last two games, and Dennis Schroder is expected to remain in the starting lineup. Marcus Sasser will also see an increased role off the bench.
In addition to Cunningham’s absence, the Pistons will also be without Jaden Ivey, who is out for the remainder of the regular season with a broken leg.
On the other hand, the Cavaliers may be without Evan Mobley, who is listed as day-to-day due to rest. Mobley sat out Thursday’s game against the San Antonio Spurs but is expected to return to the starting lineup on Friday. The Cavaliers have also ruled out Ty Jerome due to a knee injury, which means Sam Merrill and Isaac Okoro will have increased roles off the bench.
The matchup between the Cavaliers and Pistons is set to tip off at 7:00 p.m. EST on Friday. With both teams looking to continue their winning streaks, it’s expected to be a closely contested game.
*Injury Report:*
– Cade Cunningham (left calf contusion) – out
– Jaden Ivey (broken leg) – out for the remainder of the regular season
– Evan Mobley (rest) – day-to-day
– Ty Jerome (knee injury) – out
*Predictions:*
– The Cavaliers are expected to win, given their recent form and the Pistons’ injuries.
– Dennis Schroder will likely have a big game for the Pistons, given his increased role in Cunningham’s absence.
– The game will be closely contested, with both teams looking to continue their winning streaks.