Cavaliers Max Strus Out Three to Four Months After Foot Surgery

The Cleveland Cavaliers face a significant setback as veteran wing Max Strus underwent surgery to repair a Jones fracture in his left foot, expected to sideline him for approximately three to four months, impacting his availability for the start of the 2025-26 NBA season. Strus sustained the injury during offseason training, marking the second consecutive season he will miss the early part of the regular season due to an offseason injury, following a right ankle sprain last year. As a key rotation player and starter, Strus has averaged around 11 points, 4.6 rebounds, and nearly 4 assists per game, providing solid shooting and playmaking that have contributed to the Cavaliers' recent playoff appearances. This injury compounds challenges for Cleveland, which also saw All-Star guard Darius Garland undergo toe surgery this offseason. Despite these setbacks, the Cavaliers remain an Eastern Conference contender with roster depth to manage the absence of Strus during the early months of the season. His injury raises concerns about Cleveland's wing depth as the team aims to build on a successful 64-win season and advance further in the playoffs.