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April 10, 2026
Starting vs. Atlanta
Strus will start Friday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis
With Donovan Mitchell (ankle) out, Strus will enter the starting five. As a starter this season (three games), he has averaged 13.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 2.7 assists across 27.3 minutes per contest.
April 8, 2026
Not starting in return
Strus won't start Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.
Analysis
Strus is set to return from a one-game absence for maintenance purposes, though Dean Wade will get the starting nod. Strus has averaged 12.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 24.0 minutes per game over six appearances off the bench this season.
April 7, 2026
Removed from injury report
Strus (foot) is available for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.
Analysis
Strus sat out Monday's win over Memphis for maintenance purposes but is set to return Wednesday. The sharpshooter has started each of his last three appearances, and Strus has averaged 12.7 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 3.3 three-pointers in 25.1 minutes per tilt through nine outings this season.
April 6, 2026
Won't suit up Monday
Strus (foot) is out for Monday's game against Memphis.
Analysis
This is a maintenance day for the sharpshooter for the second leg of this back-to-back set. Strus had a tough showing Sunday against the Pacers with four points on 1-of-10 shooting from the field.
April 5, 2026
Returns after brief exit Sunday
Strus (hand) returned to Sunday's game against Indiana, Danny Cunningham of Sports Radio 92.3 The Fan Cleveland reports.
Analysis
Strus injured his left hand in the first half and exited to the locker room. However, despite having the hand taped, he was back on the floor to begin the third quarter.