Shortly after the Cavs learned the severity of Max Strus’ ankle injury, new coach Kenny Atkinson started assembling Plan B. Strus was expected to start on Opening Night. It was going to be the same enthralling quintet — Strus,

We’re not yet into the NBA season and already the Cavaliers are down one starter. That would be none other than small forward/wing Max Strus, who will miss at least the first 5-6 weeks with a sprained ankle.

There are questions about the Cleveland Cavaliers heading into the 2024-25 season. The most recent for the Cavs is what to do after news broke that Max Strus would be sidelined with an ankle injury. Strus was expected to start on Opening Night as part of Cleveland’s standard starting five.

One of the most intriguing adjustments Atkinson brings to the Cavs’ offense is utilizing Mobley and Allen as offensive hubs. These two bigs won’t only be setting screens and finishing lobs. They will play a crucial role in initiating the offense, especially Mobley, whose usage is poised to rise as he develops into a more versatile offensive threat.

In light of the many off-season re-signings over the past two summers, the Cleveland Cavaliers have fully invested in their core of Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, Darius Garland, and Jarrett Allen. All four starters inked multi-year deals,