| Wed Mar 25 | 19:10 | Dean Wade Won't Play Wednesday |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Miami Heat, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports. He tweaked his right ankle during an individual pregame workout and will miss his first game since March 3. Cleveland is also without Jarrett Allen (knee), Jaylon Tyson (toe), and Max Strus (foot), so Nae'Qwan Tomlin and Dennis Schroder could be a lot more involved off the bench. This is a good matchup for Cleveland's second unit, as Miami allows the seventh-most bench points in the league. |
| Source: Chris Fedor | RotoBaller.com |
| Mon Mar 9 | 18:39 | Dean Wade Cleared for Monday's Game |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (ankle) will be active on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The 29-year-old was listed as probable on the initial injury report after he returned from an ankle injury on Sunday against Boston. Wade took Jarrett Allen's (knee) spot in the first unit, contributing seven points, three rebounds, and one steal in 21 minutes. He will remain part of the starting lineup against Philadelphia. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Sun Mar 8 | 12:46 | Dean Wade is Back in Action on Sunday |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (ankle) is back in action ahead of Sunday's game against the Boston Celtics. Wade is returning after missing the last three games due to a right ankle sprain. As expected, Wade will return after earning a probable tag ahead of this matchup. Wade will likely start due to the absence of Jarrett Allen (knee) on Sunday. The veteran forward isn't normally a noteworthy fantasy option, but he could be worth a look on Sunday. The increased playing time and move to the starting five should give Wade enough value to consider streaming while Allen is out. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Tue Mar 3 | 18:38 | Dean Wade Unavailable for Tuesday's Matchup With Pistons |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (ankle) will miss Tuesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Tonight's contest will be the third in a row that the 29-year-old has been out of action due to a sprained right ankle. His next opportunity to suit up is Sunday against Boston. With Wade still on the shelf, Jaylon Tyson will continue to carry a heavier workload during this evening's matchup. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Wed Feb 11 | 07:34 | Dean Wade Out Wednesday |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's contest against the Washington Wizards. He will miss a third consecutive game due to a left ankle sprain. Evan Mobley (calf) is missing as well from the frontcourt, giving more looks in the rotation to Nae'Qwan Tomlin and Thomas Bryant. While the two have done well in their roles, they don't see enough action to be considered as viable fantasy options. This is the final game before the All-Star break, and both Wade and Mobley could be back when play resumes on Feb. 19. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Wed Jan 14 | 08:25 | Dean Wade Unavailable Wednesday |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) won't suit up on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. He will miss a fourth consecutive game due to a left knee contusion. During Wade's absence, Sam Merrill has moved back to the first unit, sinking eight triples over the last two games while averaging 17.0 points. Nae'Qwan Tomlin, Jaylon Tyson, and De'Andre Hunter have seen more minutes off the bench. Merrill's form faces a stern test on Wednesday night, as Philadelphia has limited opponents to 33.5 percent three-point shooting, the second-lowest percentage in the league. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Mon Jan 12 | 18:00 | Dean Wade Sidelined on Monday |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) won't suit up against the Utah Jazz on Monday. Wade will miss his third consecutive contest due to a left knee contusion. The 29-year-old is averaging 5.8 points and 4.0 rebounds per contest across 34 appearances this campaign. His next chance to return is on Wednesday versus the Sixers. De'Andre Hunter, Nae'Qwan Tomlin, and Jaylon Tyson will continue to take on heavier workloads while Wade is out of action. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Thu Jan 8 | 09:03 | Dean Wade Ruled Out Thursday |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) won't play on Thursday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 29-year-old is having trouble with his left knee. He ended a two-game absence on Tuesday against the Indiana Pacers, but Wade logged only eight minutes before exiting the game due to a left knee contusion. De'Andre Hunter, Nae'Qwan Tomlin, and Jaylon Tyson (illness) will help fill the void left by Wade. Although Tyson is listed on the injury report due to illness, he is expected to be available against Minnesota. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Tue Jan 6 | 18:59 | Dean Wade Back in Action Versus Pacers |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) is available for Tuesday's matchup with the Indiana Pacers. Wade is set to return after missing two consecutive contests due to a left knee contusion. The 29-year-old is averaging 7.6 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.8 assists during 24.0 minutes per appearance. With Wade back in the mix, 25-year-old Nae'Qwan Tomiln's role will likely be reduced during tonight's tilt. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Mon Nov 24 2025 | 19:07 | Dean Wade Sidelined Monday |
Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealerreports that Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade(knee) will miss his first game since November 7 due to a hyperextended right knee. De'Andre Hunter (rest) will also have the evening off to rest. The Cavs frontcourt could turn to 24-year-old big man Nae'Qwan Tomlin to take on extra minutes. He finished with eight points, two rebounds, one assist, one steal and two blocks in his last outing Sunday against the Clippers. |
| Source: Chris Fedor | RotoBaller.com |
| Sat Nov 8 2025 | 18:20 | Dean Wade Questionable For Saturday Night Against Bulls |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (eye) is questionable for Saturday night's game against the Chicago Bulls. Wade is dealing with a right eye contusion that he sustained in Wednesday's game against the Sixers, forcing him to be removed after just 38 seconds of action. He missed Friday night's game because of the injury as well. If he's unable to go then expect Larry Nance Jr. to get more run, although he's listed as questionable for tonight as well. If neither can go, expect additional minutes from Sam Merrill and Jaylon Tyson off the Cavs' bench. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Thu Nov 6 2025 | 21:39 | Dean Wade Out Against Wizards |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (eye) won't suit up for Friday's NBA Cup matchup against the Washington Wizards. Wade sustained an eye injury just 38 seconds after entering the game in Wednesday's win over the Philadelphia 76ers. While Wade is ruled out for Friday's game, he won't have to wait long for his first opportunity to return, as Cleveland also has a matchup against the Chicago Bulls scheduled for Saturday. In Friday's game, Larry Nance Jr. could play a more prominent role in the frontcourt with Wade missing. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Tue Jul 22 2025 | 08:11 | Dean Wade Drawing Interest From Contenders |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade might play for a different team in 2025-26. The 28-year-old will be an unrestricted free agent next offseason and is not expected to re-sign with the Cavaliers. This could lead the team to trade Wade rather than lose him for free. According to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, "numerous contenders from each conference have expressed interest" in Wade. Although Wade has put up somewhat underwhelming numbers over his six-year NBA career, he is a reliable defender and a decent three-point shooter. The Kansas State product also has an affordable $6.6 million salary, which makes him an even more appealing trade target. |
| Source: Chris Fedor | RotoBaller.com |
| Wed Apr 2 2025 | 18:40 | Dean Wade Sidelined On Wednesday |
Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports thatCleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade(illness) will be unavailable for Wednesday's matchup with the New York Knicks. Wade was ruled out late due to an illness that will keep him out of action for the first time since February 20. While the 28-year-old is out of the mix, Sam Merrill, Javonte Green and Isaac Okoro will likely be in line to receive extra minutes coming off the bench this evening. |
| Source: Chris Fedor | RotoBaller.com |
| Fri Feb 21 2025 | 18:03 | Dean Wade Ready For Action Friday |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) is ready to return to work on Friday against the New York Knicks. The team initially listed Wade as probable for the game, and Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson has now officially confirmed that Wade will be back in the lineup following an 11-game absence due to a bone bruise in his right knee. Atkinson added that Wade will be eased back into action. Wade has averaged 22.8 minutes across the campaign, notching 6.0 points and 5.1 rebounds. |
| Source: Tom Withers | RotoBaller.com |
| Fri Feb 21 2025 | 17:07 | Dean Wade Expected To Return On Friday Versus Knicks |
Danny Cunningham of the Locked On Cavs Podcast reports that Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade(knee) is listed as probable for Friday's contest against the New York Knicks. Wade has missed 11 consecutive contests due to a bone bruise in his right knee, but he is expected to suit up this evening. The 28-year-old is having a career year in Cleveland, averaging 6.0 points and 5.1 rebounds in 22.8 minutes, but the addition of De'Andre Huntercomplicates his situation. |
| Source: Danny Cunningham | RotoBaller.com |
| Wed Feb 19 2025 | 20:08 | Dean Wade To Remain Out On Thursday |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) will remain sidelined on Thursday against the Brooklyn Nets. He has been ruled out for an 11th consecutive game due to a bone bruise in his right knee. Wade is having a career year in Cleveland, averaging 6.0 points and 5.1 rebounds in 22.8 minutes, but the addition of De'Andre Hunter complicates his situation. Wade's next opportunity to return will be on Friday against the New York Knicks. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Wed Jan 29 2025 | 09:17 | Dean Wade To Be Re-Evaluated In Two Weeks |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) will be re-evaluated in approximately two weeks, the team announced. He will be out for a third consecutive game as the Cavaliers visit Miami on Wednesday. Wade was hurt in a game against the Philadelphia 76ers last week and has been diagnosed with a right knee bone bruise. Max Strus has cemented his place in the starting lineup during Wade's absence. Although he hasn't been quite like his usual self after missing a significant portion of the season due to an ankle injury, Strus will head into Wednesday's action following back-to-back strong performances. |
| Source: NBA.com | RotoBaller.com |
| Mon Jan 27 2025 | 12:21 | Dean Wade Sidelined Again On Monday |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup with the Detroit Pistons while he deals with a right knee sprain. This is his second consecutive absence after starting in the last 14 games prior to the injury. Max Strus will likely join the starting five again in his place since Evan Mobley returned on Saturday. Strus put up 14 points, nine rebounds, and three assists in their last game. He'd serve as a solid streaming option in deeper category leagues. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Fri Dec 27 2024 | 21:00 | Dean Wade Returns To Action |
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) will rejoin the lineup on Friday versus Denver. Knee soreness kept Wade out of action for one game. The 28-year-old forward heads straight back into the starting lineup, bumping Sam Merrill to the bench. Generally, Wade doesn't provide much production to fantasy managers, even as a starter. He has averaged 7.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.4 steals with the first unit this season. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |