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Cleveland Cavaliers vs LA Clippers Injury Report and Predicted Starting Lineups- Clippers Share Latest Update on Kawhi Leonard’s Availability for Sunday’s Game

Who is in and who's out for Cavaliers vs Clippers on Sunday?

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The Cleveland Cavaliers will welcome the LA Clippers for an NBA 2025-26 regular season clash on Sunday, November 23. This will be the first time that both teams will be up against each other in the ongoing season. The Cavaliers will head into the game on the back of a resounding 120-109 win over the Indiana Pacers in an NBA Cup group stage game. With the victory, the Cavs improved their tally to 11-6, and recorded the second win over the in-season tournament.

On the other hand, the Clippers defeated handed a 131-116 loss to the Charlotte Hornets in their most-recent game. The matchup saw James Harden drop a stunning franchise-record 55-point performance. With his gameplay, Harden became the first player in history of the league to set scoring record for two franchises, including Clippers and the Houston Rockets. With the victory, the Clippers ended their three-game losing skid and improved their tally to 5-11 in the season.

Both teams will aim to extend their winning streak on Sunday, and with that said, let’s get into the injury reports and predicted starting lineups for both teams.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs LA Clippers Injury Report

Given below is the complete breakdown of the injury report and expected starting lineups for Cleveland Cavaliers vs LA Clippers on Sunday.

Cleveland Cavaliers’ Injuries

Player	Position	Injury	Status
Lonzo Ball	PG	Knee	Out
Jarrett Allen	C	Finger	Out
Sam Merrill	SG	Hand	Out
Craig Porter Jr.	PG	Hamstring	Out
Max Strus	SG	Foot	Out

Lonzo Ball has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Clippers with injury management.

Jarrett Allen has been sidelined against the Clippers with a finger injury. This is the second straight game that he will miss.

Sam Merrill has been ruled out, marking his third straight game he will miss, due to a sprained right hand.

Craig Porter Jr. is a new addition to the injury report and is listed as out with a hamstring injury.

In addition, Max Strus underwent surgery to repair a Jones fracture in his left foot, keeping him out for a good start of time. However, he is expected to be back soon.

LA Clippers’ Injuries

Player	Position	Injury	Status
Kawhi Leonard	SF	Ankle	Questionable
Bogdan Bogdanovic	SG	Hip	Questionable
Jordan Miller	SG	Hamstring	Questionable
Derrick Jones Jr	SG	Knee	Out
Bradley Beal	SG	Hip	Out for Season

Kawhi Leonard is expected to return to action on Sunday, after missing ten games straight with an ankle/foot injury.

Bogdan Bogdanovic is listed as questionable for the upcoming game against the Cavs with a hip injury. He missed seven straight games due to the same.

Jordan Miller could miss his fourth straight game with a hamstring injury.

Derrick Jones Jr sustained a sprained MCL in his right knee. However, he is expected to be reevaluated in around six weeks.

Bradley Beal is rehabbing a fractured hip that will keep him out for the rest of the season.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs LA Clippers Predicted Starting Lineups

Cavaliers: Jaylon Tyson, De’Andre Hunter, Evan Mobley, Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland

Clippers: John Collins, Kobe Sanders, Ivica Zubac, Kris Dunn, James Harden

Cleveland Cavaliers

Kawhi Leonard

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Garima Ranawat

Garima is a sports writer with around two years of experience in Indian sports and a newfound interest in the NBA. Inspired by the leadership of cricketing legend MS Dhoni, she wishes to bring in newer perspectives to the NBA fanatics with her writing.