Cavs' Sam Merrill Ruled Out vs. Celtics

Cleveland guard Sam Merrill was ruled out for Wednesday’s game at Boston with a right hip contusion after exiting Monday’s win over Detroit following a collision with Evan Mobley. Merrill, Cleveland’s leading 3-point shooter, has been the team’s hottest player early this season, averaging about 4.5 made 3s per game, shooting 51.7% from deep and totaling 18 threes in four games. Coach Kenny Atkinson called Merrill the team’s best through the first three games. With Merrill expected to miss at least one game and Darius Garland still ramping up from a toe issue, Jaylon Tyson or Craig Porter may see increased minutes. Merrill’s next likely return opportunity is Friday against Toronto.