Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers)
June 2025
Cavaliers All-Star guard Darius Garland had surgery on his left big toe and is expected to be sidelined for 4–5 months, likely missing the start of the next NBA season.
Garland first injured the toe in March, aggravated it in the playoffs, and opted for surgery after struggling through postseason games. The team expects a full recovery by training camp in October.
Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers)
Sunday, Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 1
Darius Garland is listed as questionable due to a lingering sprained left big toe, having already missed the final two games of the first-round sweep over Miami. His status will be a game-time decision.
Garland didn’t practice Saturday but had a full-contact session Friday. Coach Kenny Atkinson said the injury may linger throughout the playoffs. If unavailable, Sam Merrill or Isaac Okoro may start in his place.
Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers)
April 2025 (First-Round Playoffs)
Darius Garland was ruled out for Game 4 against the Miami Heat due to a sprained left toe, missing his second straight playoff game.
Garland aggravated the injury in Game 2, missed Game 3, and after a pregame test Monday, the Cavaliers opted to prioritize his recovery as they aim to sweep the series.
Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers), Tyler Herro (Miami Heat)
April 2025 (First-Round Playoffs)
Darius Garland admitted Cleveland’s game plan targets Tyler Herro defensively, prompting a fiery response from Herro, who criticized Garland’s own defensive ability.
Cleveland has repeatedly attacked Herro, shooting 58% when he’s the primary defender. Despite Herro scoring 33 points in Game 2, the Heat trail 0-2 heading into Game 3.
