Isaac Okoro Out Indefinitely for Cavaliers with Shoulder Injury
Isaac Okoro, a small forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers, is out due to a right shoulder AC joint sprain. He will miss at least two weeks as he recovers from this injury. The injury was reported on December 19, 2024, and the team has confirmed his status as out.
What It Means
This injury impacts both Isaac Okoro and the Cleveland Cavaliers. For Okoro, it means taking time off to heal and missing several games. His current season stats include 6.6 points per game, 2.3 rebounds per game, and 1.7 assists per game. These contributions will be missed by the team.
The Cavaliers will need to adjust their lineup in his absence. Max Strus and Dean Wade may see more playing time as they cover for Okoro’s position at small forward. The team ranks third in minutes played at the position with Okoro averaging 21 minutes per game. This change could affect the team’s performance in upcoming games.
