The Cleveland Cavaliers have a crucial game on Tuesday night.
They will hit the road to go against the Indiana Pacers and look to get back at them after suffering just their fifth loss of the season.
Unfortunately, they will most likely be without one of their most important players.
According to a report by Evan Dammarell, backup point guard Ty Jerome is still listed as doubtful.
Ty Jerome remains doubtful for the #Cavs due to a lingering illness.
Emoni Bates, JT Thor, and Luke Travers are all OUT.
— Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan) January 13, 2025
Jerome is dealing with a lingering illness, and he also missed the previous game.
On the other hand, Emoni Bates, JT Thor, and Luke Travers will all continue to be out as they’re assigned to the team’s G-League affiliate.
Jerome has been one of the best reserve players in the league this season.
He’s averaging just over ten points and three assists per game on almost 50% from the floor, and while his scorching-hot shooting from the start of the season has regressed slightly, he’s still made a living out of knocking down big shot after big shot.
Multiple teams and star players have been under the weather recently, and there have been some concerns about the extent and impact it could have.
The Cavs must avoid losing another game to the same opponent as they did against the Atlanta Hawks, as that does not exactly encourage morale.
Doing so without one of their key reserves will be a tough challenge, but one they should be able to accomplish nonetheless.
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