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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Sliding to bench Wednesday
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Thomas won't start Wednesday's game against the Thunder.
Tyrese Proctor will enter the starting five in Peyton Watson's (hamstring) absence, pushing Thomas to the second unit. The rookie second-rounder has averaged 13.0 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 20.7 minutes per game across three appearances off the bench this season.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Scores 17 in first career start
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Thomas finished with 17 points (7-16 FG, 3-9 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 26 minutes during Monday's 117-112 loss to the Thunder.
Thomas got the first start of his NBA career due to Peyton Watson (hamstring) and Jaylon Tyson (ankle) both being sidelined, and he did not disappoint. The rookie second-round pick was second behind only Donovan Mitchell in shot attempts (16 for Thomas and 17 for Mitchell), and they tied for the team lead in scoring with 17 points each. Thomas was one of seven Cavaliers to score 10 or more points, and despite his low assist numbers (four assists in four games), he's not making too many unnecessary mistakes, averaging 0.75 turnovers a night. The 20-year-old has certainly earned the trust of the coaching staff and his teammates, and his confidence and energy should keep him in the regular rotation throughout the regular season.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Making first NBA start
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Thomas will start Monday's game against Oklahoma City, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.
Thomas will enter the starting five with Peyton Watson (hamstring) and Jaylon Tyson (ankle) sidelined. Thomas has offered a spark off the bench in three appearances this season, as he's managed to put up 10 or more points in each game.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Drops 13 points in return
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Thomas contributed 13 points (5-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt), one rebound, two assists, one block and one steal in 23 minutes during Saturday's 136-111 win over the Bucks.
After missing the previous game due to a foot injury, Thomas returned to action, continuing his strong start to the season. In three appearances, he has averaged 13.0 points, 1.0 steals and 2.3 three-pointers in 20.8 minutes per game. While he isn't doing quite enough to be considered a 12-team asset, he should certainly be on the radar.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Available against Milwaukee
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Thomas (foot) is listed as available for Saturday's game against the Bucks.
After missing Thursday's 114-111 loss to the Hawks, Thomas will be back on the floor Saturday. The rookie has appeared in two regular-season games thus far, averaging 13.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals over 20.0 minutes per contest. He has also shot an efficient 66.7 percent from downtown.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Upgraded to probable
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Thomas (foot) has been upgraded to probable ahead of Saturday's meeting in Milwaukee.
Thomas missed Thursday's 114-111 loss to the Hawks due to a foot injury, but he'll be back in action Saturday evening. In two games, Thomas is averaging 13.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.0 three-pointers per contest.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Iffy for Saturday
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Thomas (foot) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Bucks.
A foot injury could cost Thomas a second straight contest Saturday. Sam Merrill could pick up a few extra minutes off the bench if Thomas is unable to suit up.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Won't play against Atlanta
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Thomas (foot) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Hawks, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.
Thomas will be sidelined for the second leg of the Cavaliers' back-to-back set while nursing a foot injury, and his next opportunity to play is Saturday against the Bucks. The rookie second-rounder averaged 19.5 minutes per game over his last two outings, and that playing time should be absorbed by Sam Merrill and Mario Hezonja.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Listed as questionable
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Thomas (foot) is questionable for Thursday's game in Atlanta.
Thomas is at risk of sitting out the second end of this back-to-back set. Sam Merrill and Mario Hezonja could get on the streaming radar Thursday, especially if Jaylon Tyson (neck) is sidelined.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Meaningful role continues
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Thomas posted 10 points (4-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal across 20 minutes during Wednesday's 121-111 win over the Wizards.
Thomas logged at least 19 minutes for the second straight game, continuing to prove his worth on the biggest stage. After missing the first two games of the season, Thomas has seemingly moved ahead of Craig Porter in the rotation. Thomas, Sam Merrill and Jaylon Tyson all played roughly 20 minutes Wednesday, an interesting development indeed. He isn't doing quite enough to be rostered in standard leagues, but he should certainly be on the radar moving forward, just in case his role continues to develop.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Scores 16 points off bench
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Thomas contributed 16 points (6-10 FG, 4-5 3Pt), two rebounds and a steal across 19 minutes off the bench in Monday's 127-125 overtime win over the Timberwolves.
Thomas made an immediate impact from beyond the arc, connecting on four of five three-point attempts while producing 16 points in just 19 minutes. His efficiency was impressive, but the limited workload and minimal contributions outside scoring suggest his fantasy value remains uncertain. Thomas will likely need more consistent playing time to become a dependable option, particularly with Cleveland featuring several established offensive contributors in the backcourt. He has some upside in dynasty and deep leagues, though.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Not in initial rotation
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Thomas (coach's decision) did not play in Thursday's 114-106 loss to Philadelphia.
The rookie guard was left out of Cleveland's initial rotation, with Craig Porter and Tyrese Proctor both receiving playing time off the bench. Thomas showed scoring potential during the preseason, but he'll need to work his way into coach Kenny Atkinson's rotation before becoming a viable fantasy option.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Plays well off bench
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Thomas registered 16 points (6-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and one steal across 13 minutes in Tuesday's 132-116 preseason loss to Orlando.
Thomas provided a late offensive spark for Cleveland, scoring 14 of his 16 points in the fourth quarter. The rookie showed off his scoring ability with an efficient shooting performance, making a strong impression in limited playing time as he looks to establish himself in the Cavaliers' backcourt rotation.
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Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Records three steals in loss
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Thomas recorded 11 points (5-13 FG, 1-7 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and three steals in 23 minutes during Thursday's 124-113 preseason loss to Boston.
Thomas struggled from beyond the arc but displayed encouraging defensive activity, leading Cleveland with three steals. The rookie second rounder received significant playing time in his first preseason appearance, providing an opportunity to showcase his scoring instincts and defensive potential. However, his regular-season role will likely be limited as he adjusts to the NBA level.
Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas: Leads Cavs in Summer League win
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Thomas recorded 24 points (10-20 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two assists, two rebounds and one steal over 25 minutes in Friday's 100-91 Summer League win over the Bulls.
Thomas helped keep the Cavaliers afloat in the second half, with 15 of his game-high 24 points coming over the final two quarters of Friday's game. The rookie second-rounder has put together some strong performances in the Summer League, but unless he dominates in training camp and the preseason, he'll likely spend most of the 2026-27 season in the G League.
Thomas (rest) won't play in Wednesday's Summer League game against the Pelicans, per Danny Cunningham of Sports Radio 92.3 The Fan Cleveland.
The Cavaliers are monitoring the rookie second-rounder's reps Wednesday after he exploded for 35 points (14-23 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT) during Monday's 90-73 Summer League win over the Heat. His next chance to play comes during Friday's matchup with the Bulls.
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