Dean Wade Injury Status Update for March 25th, 2026
Dean Wade of the Cavaliers has been ruled out and will not play today. Dean was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 16th game Dean has missed this season.
Dean Wade Season Averages
Dean's absence leaves a significant hole in the Cavaliers rotation. Across 57 games this season, he's averaging 5.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game while playing 22.4 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22.4 | 5.8 | 4.2 | 1.5 | 4.8 |
Cavaliers Performance With & Without Dean Wade
The numbers tell a clear story about Dean's value to the Cavaliers. With Dean in the lineup this season, the team is 34-22. Without him, they've gone 10-5. Offensively, the team scores at a significantly higher rate with him on the floor (117.2 vs 120.0 offensive rating).
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 34-22 | 10-5 | — |
| Off Rating | 117.2 | 120.0 | +2.8 |
| Def Rating | 113.1 | 114.6 | +1.5 |
| Net Rating | 4.0 | 5.3 | +1.3 |
| PPG | 118.2 | 121.8 | +3.6 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Dean Wade?
When Dean sits, other Cavaliers players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Chris Livingston and Dennis Schroder stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Dean has been out this season, Chris Livingston has averaged 6.0 more points per game, 4.0 additional field goal attempts, 12.4 extra minutes and 3.0 more rebounds.
PPG: +6.0 | FGA: +4.0 | MPG: +12.4 | RPG: +3.0
When Dean has been out this season, Dennis Schroder has averaged 5.1 extra minutes.
MPG: +5.1
Dean Wade Betting Trends
For bettors, Dean's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Cavaliers's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Dean has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Wade) Craig Porter Jr. PTS UNDER: 9-2 (+6.8u, 5.7 / -117 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Dean Wade's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
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We'll continue to monitor Dean's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Cavaliers.