Cleveland Cavaliers vs Milwaukee Bucks injury report: Who's playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (March 17, 2026) The Cleveland Cavaliers and Milwaukee Bucks face each other on March 17, 2026, with both teams missing key players. The availability of starters and rotation pieces will significantly impact how each team approaches the game. The season series adds context, as Cleveland leads the head-to-head matchup 2-1. All three games were tightly contested, and this one is expected to follow a similar pattern of close competition. For the Cavaliers, the frontcourt and backcourt are shorthanded. Jarrett Allen (knee tendonitis) and Tyrese Proctor (quadriceps strain) are ruled out, while Craig Porter Jr. (groin strain) is also unavailable. Game-time decisions involve Jaylon Tyson (ankle injury) and Sam Merrill (hamstring soreness). Allen’s absence forces Evan Mobley to spend more time at center, altering the team’s defensive and offensive strategies. The guard rotation is also thin, placing additional pressure on Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland to carry the scoring load. Milwaukee’s situation is equally challenging. Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle and knee injuries) is ruled out, eliminating the team’s primary scorer and rebounder. Myles Turner (calf strain) and Ryan Rollins (illness) are questionable, while Ousmane Dieng (illness) is out. Without Antetokounmpo, the Bucks rely heavily on Kyle Kuzma to fill the scoring void and depend on their supporting cast, including Kevin Porter Jr., Bobby Portis, and Cole Anthony, to compensate for the loss of their star player. The Cavaliers’ active roster includes Donovan Mitchell, who averages around 30 points per game, Evan Mobley (22-24 points, 9-10 rebounds, 1.#milwaukee_bucks #cleveland_cavaliers #giannis_antetokounmpo #jarrett_allen #tyrese_proctor
