Craig Porter Jr.

Garland is dealing with a sore right great toe, which he injured during Wednesday's win over the 76ers. It was the left great toe that he injured late last season, ultimately undergoing surgery to address the issue in the summer. Garland's absence means more playing time for Craig Porter Jr., and Donovan Mitchell will spend even more time on the ball.

Garland injured his right foot during the third quarter of Wednesday's game and has been ruled out for the rest of the night. If there's a positive, it's that this isn't the same foot that required offseason surgery. Craig Porter Jr.'s playing time should increase for the rest of the game, while Donovan Mitchell takes on an even more prominent role as a scorer and playmaker. Garland finished with 20 points, three rebounds, seven assists, one steal and three three-pointers.

Craig Porter Jr. will come off the bench after starting on Thursday. Merrill will take his spot after playing 31 minutes in the Cavs' last game, while Porter only played 15. Merrill will play a similar role, but he'll be playing alongside the starters.

Wade did not play in Thursday's loss to the Timberwolves, with his absence factoring into the decision to start Craig Porter Jr. However, Porter only played 15 minutes, while Sam Merrill scored 22 points in 30 minutes off the bench.

Mitchell is back after sitting out Tuesday's win over the Pacers, but that isn't the only change to the Cavaliers' starting lineup. Porter, who recorded nine assists, two steals and three blocks on Tuesday, has been rewarded with a spot start. As a result of these changes, Sam Merrill and Dean Wade will come off the bench.