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Utah Jazz vs Cleveland Cavaliers: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Utah Jazz (1-9) visit the Cleveland Cavaliers (5-6) on Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET, at Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH. TV: DAZN CLE, KJZZ-TV, Jazz+. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Utah Jazz.

NBASunday, December 20, 2026
Utah Jazz logoUtah Jazz1-9
6:00 PM ETDec 20, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers logoCleveland Cavaliers5-6
DateDec 20, 2026
Time6:00 PM ET
VenueRocket Arena, Cleveland, OH
TVDAZN CLE, KJZZ-TV, Jazz+

Team comparison

Utah JazzCleveland Cavaliers
Points per game
106.2
116.5
Points allowed per game
117.9
115.0
1-9Record5-6
5th in Northwest DivisionStanding2nd in Central Division
0-5Road record / home record4-2
LLLLLLast 5LLWLL
L8StreakL2

Team stats

Utah JazzCleveland Cavaliers
L8StreakL2
Points Against
117.9
115.0
1-9Last Ten Games5-5
Points Per Game
106.2
116.5
Field Goal %
43
46
Three Point %
32
37
Rebounds Per Game
45.0
46.2
Assists Per Game
24.3
27.0
Blocks Per Game
6.3
5.5
Steals Per Game
7.1
7.4
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.5
0.5
Total Turnovers Per Game
17.4
13.8

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Utah Jazz
Lauri Markkanen F · Wrist - Sprain
Out
Keyonte George G · Ankle - Sprain
Out
Jusuf Nurkic C · Foot - Strain
Out
Jaren Jackson Jr. F · Knee - Not Specified
Out
Cleveland Cavaliers
Sam Merrill G · Elbow
Out
Jaylon Tyson G · Ankle - Sprain
Out

Recent form

Utah JazzLLLLL
Nov 8, 2026 · at Minnesota TimberwolvesL 100-115
Nov 6, 2026 · at Dallas MavericksL 100-112
Nov 4, 2026 · at New Orleans PelicansL 113-120
Nov 2, 2026 · at San Antonio SpursL 97-119
Oct 31, 2026 · vs Portland Trail BlazersL 90-112
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

Season series

Series starts 12/20
Feb 1, 2027CLE 0, UTAH 0
Dec 20, 2026UTAH 0, CLE 0

Team pages

Utah Jazz
Schedule, roster and statsCleveland Cavaliers
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Utah Jazz vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

The game is on Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET at Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH.

How can I watch Utah Jazz vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

TV: DAZN CLE, KJZZ-TV, Jazz+.

What are the records of the Utah Jazz and Cleveland Cavaliers?

Utah Jazz: 1-9. Cleveland Cavaliers: 5-6.

Who is injured for Utah Jazz vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

Listed out or doubtful: Utah Jazz: Lauri Markkanen, Keyonte George, Jusuf Nurkic, Jaren Jackson Jr.. Cleveland Cavaliers: Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Utah Jazz vs Cleveland Cavaliers played?

Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH.

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