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Tyson had a solid night in Detroit, but the ending was brutal for the second-year wing. Attempting to give a foul before the Pistons could get up a potential game-tying three, Tyson was ruled to have fouled Detroit’s Daniss Jenkins in the act of shooting with 4.7 seconds remaining in regulation. Jenkins made all three free throws, and the Pistons would go on to win in overtime. Ending aside, Tyson continues to make strides for the Cavaliers. While his short-term fantasy value took a hit after the James Harden trade and Evan Mobley’s return from a calf injury, dynasty league managers should be excited about Tyson’s long-term potential.

Merrill was one of three Cavaliers to score at least 20 points on Friday, the second time in four games that he’s reached that number. Rostered in 10 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he remains a player who’s most valuable to fantasy managers seeking three-point production. Merrill’s line on Friday included three assists and two steals, but the four triples were the production that most expect to get from him.

Back in the lineup after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks, Mobley played 37 minutes in Friday’s overtime defeat. That’s the most he has played in a game since returning from the strained calf, and the talented forward/center did not experience any issues. That bodes well for Mobley and those who have him rostered, as he will continue to shoulder more responsibility as long as James Harden (thumb) and Donovan Mitchell (groin) remain out.

Allen has been excellent over the past month, averaging 21.4 points, 11.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 0.8 steals and 1.3 blocks per game while shooting nearly 74 percent from the field. While the foul line has been an issue during this run, with the Cavaliers’ center making 67.1 percent of his attempts, fantasy managers can absorb that hit. While the arrival of James Harden certainly boosted Allen’s value, his play had begun to improve before the Cavaliers shook up their roster. Cleveland visits Brooklyn on Sunday in its final game of Week 18.

Schröder will make a second consecutive start, as the Cavaliers remain without James Harden (thumb). Given how shorthanded the Cavaliers are on the perimeter right now, the veteran point guard is a must-stream player in 12-team leagues.

Ellis’ fractured left index finger will keep him out of Friday’s game, freeing up minutes on the back end of the Cavaliers’ rotation. Nae’Qwan Tomlin may be the player who benefits most, with Craig Porter Jr. slotting in as Dennis Schröder’s backup.

Wade has been downgraded from doubtful to out for Friday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Evan Mobley is good to go after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks, and his return in this spot means that Jaylon Tyson will remain in the starting lineup.

Harden will miss a second straight game due to his fractured right (non-shooting) thumb. Dennis Schröder is available, meaning he’ll get another opportunity to start. Given how shorthanded the Cavaliers are on the perimeter, Schröder is a must-stream player on Friday.

Wade sustained the ankle injury in Wednesday’s loss to Milwaukee, and it will likely cost him at least one game. His absence should mean additional run for Jaylon Tyson.

Schröder finished with 26 points and five dimes in Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks, and he could be in line for another big night if James Harden (thumb) remains sidelined.