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Cleveland Cavaliers vs Washington Wizards: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers (5-6) visit the Washington Wizards (4-7) on Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC. TV: MNMT. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Washington Wizards vs Cleveland Cavaliers.

NBAWednesday, December 23, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers logoCleveland Cavaliers5-6
7:00 PM ETDec 23, 2026
Washington Wizards logoWashington Wizards4-7
DateDec 23, 2026
Time7:00 PM ET
VenueCapital One Arena, Washington, DC
TVMNMT

Team comparison

Cleveland CavaliersWashington Wizards
Points per game
116.5
108.1
Points allowed per game
115.0
113.4
5-6Record4-7
2nd in Central DivisionStanding3rd in Southeast Division
1-4Road record / home record2-2
LLWLLLast 5LLLLW
L2StreakL4

Team stats

Cleveland CavaliersWashington Wizards
L2StreakL4
Points Against
115.0
113.4
5-5Last Ten Games3-7
Points Per Game
116.5
108.1
Field Goal %
46
46
Three Point %
37
30
Rebounds Per Game
46.2
42.0
Assists Per Game
27.0
23.8
Blocks Per Game
5.5
5.5
Steals Per Game
7.4
7.6
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.5
1.0
Total Turnovers Per Game
13.8
14.9

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Cleveland Cavaliers
Sam Merrill G · Elbow
Out
Jaylon Tyson G · Ankle - Sprain
Out
Washington Wizards
Tristan Vukcevic F · Hip - Pinched Nerve
Out
Reece Beekman G · Shoulder
Out
Justin Champagnie F · Foot - Not Specified
Out
Jamir Watkins G · Knee - Surgery
Out

Recent form

Cleveland CavaliersLLWLL
Nov 9, 2026 · at Charlotte HornetsL 112-124
Nov 7, 2026 · vs New York KnicksL 97-109
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Philadelphia 76ersW 119-95
Nov 4, 2026 · at Oklahoma City ThunderL 116-124
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Oklahoma City ThunderL 112-117
Washington WizardsLLLLW
Nov 9, 2026 · at Detroit PistonsL 111-122
Nov 7, 2026 · at Oklahoma City ThunderL 75-114
Nov 6, 2026 · at Atlanta HawksL 132-139
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Atlanta HawksL 105-120
Nov 2, 2026 · at Orlando MagicW 103-94

Season series

CLE leads series 1-0
Dec 27, 2026WSH 0, CLE 0
Dec 23, 2026CLE 0, WSH 0
Oct 28, 2026WSH 111, CLE 121

Team pages

Cleveland Cavaliers
Schedule, roster and statsWashington Wizards
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Washington Wizards?

The game is on Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

How can I watch Cleveland Cavaliers vs Washington Wizards?

TV: MNMT.

What are the records of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Washington Wizards?

Cleveland Cavaliers: 5-6. Washington Wizards: 4-7.

Who is injured for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Washington Wizards?

Listed out or doubtful: Cleveland Cavaliers: Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson. Washington Wizards: Tristan Vukcevic, Reece Beekman, Justin Champagnie, Jamir Watkins. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Washington Wizards played?

Capital One Arena, Washington, DC.

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