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8. April 2026
Not starting Wednesday
Ellis won't start Wednesday's game against Atlanta, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.
Analyse
Ellis started Cleveland's last two games, most recently recording 19 points, three rebounds, eight assists and one steal across 27 minutes in Monday's 142-126 win over Memphis. However, with Dean Wade (ankle), Donovan Mitchell (ankle) and James Harden (personal) available, Ellis will return to the bench.
5. April 2026
Starting Sunday
Ellis will start Sunday against the Pacers, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.
Analyse
Ellis is getting a spot start due to Evan Mobley (calf) taking a maintenance day, and he'll be joined in the first unit by James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Max Strus and Thomas Bryant. As a starter this season, Ellis has averaged 9.3 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.4 triples and 1.2 steals per game.