Donovan Mitchell Out with Hamstring Injury vs. Raptors Tonight

BREAKING: The Cleveland Cavaliers will be without star player Donovan Mitchell for their crucial game against the Toronto Raptors tonight due to left hamstring tightness. This news comes just hours before the 7:30 PM ET tip-off, adding to the team’s early-season injury woes.

Mitchell’s absence follows Jarrett Allen‘s downgrade to out after he suffered a broken ring finger during a recent 125-105 defeat to the Boston Celtics. Both players are key components for the Cavaliers, and their sidelining raises concerns for the team’s performance moving forward.

Mitchell, a six-time All-Star, has been a vital contributor with an average of 28 points per game this season. Despite a strong start against the Celtics—hitting all four of his 3-point attempts in the first quarter—he could only muster 15 points by the end of the game. The Cavaliers are already coping without starting point guard Darius Garland (toe) and forward Max Strus (foot), both of whom are recovering from offseason surgeries.

The Cavaliers, who entered the season as strong contenders after finishing as the top seed in the Eastern Conference last year, must navigate these injuries carefully. Currently, they are struggling to maintain their momentum, especially after their recent loss.

With Mitchell and Allen out, the team will need other players to step up if they hope to secure a win against a competitive Raptors squad tonight. Fans and analysts alike are watching closely to see how the Cavaliers adapt to these challenges.

Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops and find out how the Cavaliers respond to this pressing situation in their quest for a successful season.