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

The Washington Wizards (4-7) visit the Cleveland Cavaliers (5-6) on Sunday, December 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET, at Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH. TV: DAZN CLE, MNMT. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Washington Wizards.

NBASunday, December 27, 2026

Washington Wizards4-7

6:00 PM ETDec 27, 2026

Cleveland Cavaliers5-6

DateDec 27, 2026

Time6:00 PM ET

VenueRocket Arena, Cleveland, OH

TVDAZN CLE, MNMT

Team comparison

Washington WizardsCleveland Cavaliers

Points per game

108.1

116.5

Points allowed per game

113.4

115.0

4-7Record5-6

3rd in Southeast DivisionStanding2nd in Central Division

2-5Road record / home record4-2

LLLLWLast 5LLWLL

L4StreakL2

Team stats

Washington WizardsCleveland Cavaliers

L4StreakL2

Points Against

113.4

115.0

3-7Last Ten Games5-5

Points Per Game

108.1

116.5

Field Goal %

Three Point %

Rebounds Per Game

42.0

46.2

Assists Per Game

23.8

27.0

Blocks Per Game

5.5

Steals Per Game

7.6

7.4

Team Turnovers Per Game

1.0

0.5

Total Turnovers Per Game

14.9

13.8

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

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

Cleveland Cavaliers

Sam Merrill G · Elbow

Out

Jaylon Tyson G · Ankle - Sprain

Out

Recent form

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

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

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

Washington Wizards
Schedule, roster and stats

Cleveland Cavaliers
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Wizards vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

The game is on Sunday, December 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET at Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH.

How can I watch Washington Wizards vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

TV: DAZN CLE, MNMT.

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

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

Who is injured for Washington Wizards vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

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

Where is Washington Wizards vs Cleveland Cavaliers played?

Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH.

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