Darius Garland Remains Out for Game 2 vs. Pacers Due to Toe Injury

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland continues to deal with a sprained left big toe, causing him to miss his third straight game, including Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Indiana Pacers. Garland had previously aggravated the injury during the first-round series against the Miami Heat and has not practiced consistently since. His absence has led to Sam Merrill starting in his place, while his game status remains questionable for Game 2. Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson described the injury as particularly challenging for Garland, given his play style relies on quick changes of direction, making his recovery a day-to-day situation. The team and fans are closely monitoring updates to see if Garland will be able to return and boost the Cavaliers' playoff run.