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Pregame Primer: Thunder (35-8) @ Cavaliers (24-19)

All the essentials for Thunder (35-8) vs. Cavaliers (24-19): tip time, broadcast info, odds, injuries, and likely starters.
Pregame Primer: Thunder (35-8) @ Cavaliers (24-19)

Game Details

  • Date: January 19, 2026
  • Tip Time: 1:30 PM CT
  • Location: Rocket Arena
  • TV: NBC
  • Line: OKC -6.5
  • Season Series: 0-0

Injury Report

OKC Cavaliers
  • Jalen Williams - OUT (Right Hamstring Strain)
  • Isaiah Hartenstein - OUT (Right Calf Strain)
  • Nikola Topic - OUT (Groin Surgery)
  • Thomas Sorber - OFS (Right Knee Surgery)
  • Dean Wade - GTD (Left Knee Bruise)
  • Sam Merrill - OUT (Right Hand Sprain)
  • Darius Garland - OUT (Right Toe Sprain)
  • Max Strus - OUT (Left Foot Surgery)

Likely Starters

OKC Cavaliers
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
  • Cason Wallace
  • Luguentz Dort
  • Aaron Wiggins
  • Chet Holmgren
  • Donovan Mitchell
  • Jaylon Tyson
  • Dean Wade
  • Evan Mobley
  • Jarrett Allen

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