Darius Garland Out Against Kings Due to Rest

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland will miss the matchup against the Sacramento Kings due to rest, as the team looks to manage his workload during a busy schedule. Garland has played 64 games this season, averaging 20.9 points, 6.7 assists, and 2.7 rebounds. In his absence, Ty Jerome is expected to step into the starting role, while Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley are likely to see increased usage. The Cavaliers currently hold a commanding lead in the Eastern Conference, 6.5 games ahead of the second-place Celtics. Meanwhile, the Kings will also be missing center Domantas Sabonis due to an ankle injury, which has contributed to their struggles this season. The Cavaliers are favored to win this matchup despite their recent two-game losing streak.