Jeff

McInnis

“It has been my experience throughout my career that guys really bring it during contract years,’' coach Paul Silas said. “So far, Jeff’s been doing that.’' GM Jim Paxson will earn his money this offseason when he decides whether to let McInnis and/or Zydrunas Ilgauskas walk, when both have been instrumental to the team’s success since LeBron James came to town.

Not only did she punch 39,700 ballots, but she wrote in Jeff McInnis on all 39,700 of them since he wasn’t on the ballot. McInnis himself probably hasn’t written his name 39,700 times.

He remains day-to-day with a sprained ankle. Eric Snow is a worthy replacement.

It looks like McInnis might not return until early next month which is bad news if the NBA is hoping to cash in on LeBron James in the playoffs. The Cavs have lost four straight since McInnis got hurt.

If McInnis can’t play, Kevin Ollie will get additional minutes.

McInnis could sit out tonight and return tomorrow.

McInnis suffered the injury versus Toronto earlier in the week and sat out the entire second half last night. The Cavs don’t have much left to play for.

McInnis is expected to stay with Cleveland and make $3.6 million next season.

It’s believed to be worth $7 million and he’ll back up Jason Kidd at point guard and also play some shooting guard.

McInnis was 7-of-8 from the field in the victory. He’s locked in as the Cavs’ starting point guard.