Dean Wade PF/C PHI Fri 4/17/26 5:24 PM
Dean Wade
PF/C PHI
Wade (ankle) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's Game 1 against the Raptors.
EDGE Analysis
Wade was one of several key contributors who sat out Cleveland's regular-season finale, but he's set to return for the start of the playoffs. He averaged 5.7 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 21.0 minutes per tilt over his final 10 regular-season appearances (all starts).
Dean Wade PF/C PHI Sat 4/11/26 6:26 PM
Dean Wade
PF/C PHI
Wade (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Wizards.
EDGE Analysis
The Cavs will sit out their entire starting lineup for Sunday's regular-season finale, so guys like Max Strus, Jaylon Tyson and Craig Porter could see massive upticks in usage. This is just a maintenance day for Wade, so he should get cleared when the playoffs begin.
Dean Wade PF/C PHI Thu 4/9/26 11:39 AM
Dean Wade
PF/C PHI
Wade (ankle) produced eight points (3-4 FG, 2-3 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 21 minutes during Wednesday's 122-116 win over the Hawks.
EDGE Analysis
Wade took back his spot in the starting five Wednesday after he had missed the Cavaliers' previous seven games due to a sprained ankle. He took on a relatively standard minutes load in his return, so his playing time shouldn't be expected to dramatically increase over Cleveland's final two contests of the regular season. Through 58 appearances, Wade is averaging 5.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.2 three-pointers in 22.4 minutes.
Dean Wade PF/C PHI Wed 4/8/26 6:24 PM
Dean Wade
PF/C PHI
Wade (ankle) is available and starting in Wednesday's game against Atlanta, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.
EDGE Analysis
Wade will suit up after missing the Cavaliers' last seven games because of an ankle injury. He will also start over Max Strus. In 36 starts this season, Wade has averaged 6.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.3 blocks and 0.8 steals across 23.0 minutes.
Dean Wade PF/C PHI Tue 4/7/26 3:25 PM
Dean Wade
PF/C PHI
Wade (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.
EDGE Analysis
The questionable tag is an upgrade to Wade's status and gives him a chance to end a seven-game absence due to a right ankle sprain. His return would likely create a bit of a logjam on the wing for the likes of Keon Ellis, Sam Merrill and Max Strus, especially if Jaylon Tyson (toe) also suits up.
Dean Wade PF/C PHI Mon 4/6/26 2:10 PM
Dean Wade
PF/C PHI
Wade (ankle) is out for Monday's game against Memphis.
EDGE Analysis
Wade is struggling to shake off this ankle injury and remains without a timetable to return. He can be considered doubtful for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.
Dean Wade PF/C PHI Sat 4/4/26 6:11 PM
Dean Wade
PF/C PHI
Wade (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Pacers.
EDGE Analysis
Wade continues to get ruled out 24 hours in advance of tipoff, which is not encouraging. For now, he should be considered doubtful for Monday's meeting in Memphis.
Dean Wade PF/C PHI Sun 3/29/26 12:59 PM
Dean Wade
PF/C PHI
Wade (ankle) won't be available to play in the Cavaliers' upcoming three-game road trip, according to Law Murray of The Athletic.
EDGE Analysis
The Cavaliers have upcoming games against the Jazz, Lakers and Warriors, but Wade won't suit up for any of those contests and therefore will extend his current string of absences to five games, at minimum. It's currently uncertain when Wade will be able to return from his ankle injury, and while he's out of commission, Keon Ellis and Max Strus should see an increase in playing time.
Dean Wade PF/C PHI Thu 3/26/26 5:20 PM
Dean Wade
PF/C PHI
Wade (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Heat.
EDGE Analysis
Wade will miss a second consecutive matchup while nursing a right ankle sprain. Sam Merrill started in his place Wednesday and should be considered the favorite to do so again Friday in Wade's place.
Dean Wade PF/C PHI Wed 3/25/26 6:55 PM
Dean Wade
PF/C PHI
Wade won't play Wednesday versus the Heat due to a right ankle sprain, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
EDGE Analysis
Wade tweaked his ankle during his pregame routine, but the Cavs are calling it a precautionary absence, so there's a chance he could be available for Friday's rematch with Miami. Keon Ellis and Sam Merrill could see some extra minutes with Wade out Wednesday.