The Cleveland Cavaliers need to find a catalyst and turn things around.
They’ve dropped four games in a row, and while they’re still atop the Eastern Conference, this is still a worrisome trend.
That’s why coach Kenny Atkinson might want to tweak things up a little and turn to some unusual players to snap out of this.
Unfortunately, one of his alternatives might not be available.
According to a report by Evan Dammarell, rookie Jaylon Tyson is currently listed as questionable to face the Utah Jazz on Sunday afternoon.
Jaylon Tyson is questionable for the #Cavs on the road against the Utah Jazz.
All three two-way players are out while on assignment with the Cleveland Charge.
Everyone else is available.
— Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan) March 22, 2025
He adds that, outside of Tyson, only the three players signed to two-way deals won’t be available for this matchup, with the rest of the roster listed as fully healthy.
Tyson hasn’t been the most steady contributor to the team during his rookie campaign, so not having him available might not move the needle that much right now.
Nevertheless, perhaps the starters need a bit of a wake-up call, and Atkinson might need to give the second unit a longer leash.
The backups might be hungrier and bring the sense of urgency this team needs to get back on track after dropping four games in a row for the first time all season.
Tyson has been very good when the team has given him an opportunity to showcase his skills, and he would’ve been on the court more often if he played for a different team.
Hopefully, the knee injury he’s dealing with won’t be so serious, and he’ll be back to full strength sooner rather than later.
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