The Cleveland Cavaliers’ playoff hopes rest on the brilliance of Donovan Mitchell. But against the Brooklyn Nets, their star guard wasn’t on the court—he was in street clothes, watching from the sidelines.

Donovan Mitchell’s absence leaves a void as the Cavs prioritize his health with the Eastern Conference playoffs nearly here.

After upsetting Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night to end their seven-game losing streak, the Brooklyn Nets do not need to wait long to have another chance to take on a top team in the league. On Tuesday night, the Nets will travel on the road and take on the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Jan 18, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) talks with head coach Kenny Atkinson during the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images / Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

On Tuesday evening, the Cleveland Cavaliers will host the Brooklyn Nets, hoping to push their winning streak to 15 games in the process. Cavs star Donovan Mitchell is on the injury report for this one, currently listed as questionable with left groin soreness. Here's everything we know about Mitchell's injury and his playing status vs the Nets.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell popped up on the injury report Tuesday afternoon before their matchup against the Brooklyn Nets with left groin soreness. That will keep him out of Monday’s game.

The Cleveland Cavaliers, with star guard Donovan Mitchell fit to play, face the Brooklyn Nets tonight. Cleveland leads the season with a 54-10 record, while the Nets are struggling at 22-42. Mitchell,