The Cleveland Cavaliers vs Atlanta Hawks matchup is one of eight games scheduled on Saturday. It’s the third game between the two teams this season, with the Cavaliers winning the first two on Nov. 28 and Dec. 16. However, the Hawks have won six of the last 10 games against Cleveland dating since March 14, 2021.
Atlanta is entering the game on a three-game winning streak, with Dejounte Murray hitting back-to-back game-winners. Murray beat the Orlando Magic at the buzzer on Wednesday followed by a crazy pull-up shot from beyond the arc against the Miami Heat two days later.
Meanwhile, the Cleveland Cavaliers have been playing like a contender lately, with eight wins in their last 10 games. They have won six straight and are fresh off a statement 135-95 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night.
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Cleveland Cavaliers vs Atlanta Hawks injury reports for January 20, 2024
The Cleveland Cavaliers have been plagued by major injuries to Evan Mobley and Darius Garland this season. Donovan Mitchell has also endured some minor problems recently, but the team has played well despite not having a healthy roster.
Meanwhile, the Atlanta Hawks have been relatively healthy this season. They have just been struggling as a unit, with Dejounte Murray possibly getting traded before the deadline.
Jalen Johnson’s injury early in the season halted the team’s momentum, but he’s back to being among the most improved players in the NBA.
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Cleveland Cavaliers injury report for Jan. 20
The Cavaliers have four players suffering from injuries. Evan Mobley, Darius Garland and Ty Jerome continue to miss games, while Caris LeVert is listed as doubtful with a sprained wrist.
Emoni Bates and Isaiah Mobley will also miss out. They’re not injured but are signed to two-way contracts, so they need to spend some time in the NBA G League.
Atlanta Hawks injury report for Jan. 20
The Hawks are playing the second game of a back-to-back, so there’s a potential for some players to get rest.
However, based on ESPN’s injury report, Trae Young will be a game time decision due to a non-COVID-19 illness. He did not travel to Miami but could be available against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Mouhamed Gueye is expected to remain out until next month, while Vit Krejci, DeAndre Hunger and Wesley Matthews could be returning soon. Kobe Bufkin is also likely to spend more time in the NBA G League.
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How to watch Cleveland Cavaliers vs Atlanta Hawks?
The Cleveland Cavaliers vs Atlanta Hawks game is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. EST. The game will be televised on Bally Sports Ohio and Bally Sports SouthEast-Atlanta.
It’s also available via radio stations such as SiriusXM NBA Radio across the United States, WTAM 1100, WMMS and La Mega 87.7 in Cleveland and WZGC 92-9 The Game in Atlanta. Live streaming options include FuboTV and NBA League Pass, which are paid subscriptions.
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