Larry Nance Jr. Injury Status Update for March 24th, 2026
Larry Nance Jr. of the Cavaliers has been ruled out and will not play today. Larry was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 43rd game Larry has missed this season.
Larry Nance Jr. Season Averages
Larry's absence leaves a significant hole in the Cavaliers rotation. Across 29 games this season, he's averaging 3.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 0.9 assists per game while playing 12.2 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.2 | 3.3 | 2.6 | 0.9 | 3.3 |
Cavaliers Performance With & Without Larry Nance Jr.
The numbers tell a clear story about Larry's value to the Cavaliers. With Larry in the lineup this season, the team is 21-8. Without him, they've gone 23-19. The Cavaliers's net rating is 8.8 points worse per 100 possessions when Larry plays, which is a substantial gap.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 21-8 | 23-19 | — |
| Off Rating | 118.3 | 117.4 | -0.9 |
| Def Rating | 108.8 | 116.6 | +7.8 |
| Net Rating | 9.5 | 0.7 | -8.8 |
| PPG | 119.7 | 118.5 | -1.2 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Larry Nance Jr.?
When Larry sits, other Cavaliers players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, James Harden stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Larry has been out this season, James Harden has averaged 5.4 more points per game, 6.5 additional field goal attempts and 6.7 extra minutes.
PPG: +5.4 | FGA: +6.5 | MPG: +6.7
Full Injury Report — Larry Nance Jr.'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:
Magic @ Cavaliers - March 24, 2026 Orlando Magic: Jalen Suggs (Out) Franz Wagner (Out) Cleveland Cavaliers: Jarrett Allen (Out) Jaylon Tyson (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Larry's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Cavaliers.