Max Strus Injury Status Update for March 29th, 2026
Max Strus of the Cavaliers has been ruled out and will not play today. Max was previously listed as Available before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 69th game Max has missed this season.
Max Strus Season Averages
Max's absence leaves a significant hole in the Cavaliers rotation. Across 6 games this season, he's averaging 12.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game while playing 23.9 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.9 | 12.5 | 6.5 | 2.0 | 8.2 |
Cavaliers Performance With & Without Max Strus
The numbers tell a clear story about Max's value to the Cavaliers. With Max in the lineup this season, the team is 5-1. Without him, they've gone 41-27. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (117.5 vs 125.7), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 5-1 | 41-27 | — |
| Off Rating | 125.7 | 117.5 | -8.1 |
| Def Rating | 120.3 | 113.4 | -6.9 |
| Net Rating | 5.4 | 4.1 | -1.3 |
| PPG | 125.7 | 118.8 | -6.8 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Max Strus?
When Max sits, other Cavaliers players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Nae'Qwan Tomlin, Dennis Schroder and Jarrett Allen stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Max has been out this season, Nae'Qwan Tomlin has averaged 5.1 more points per game, 4.1 additional field goal attempts, 8.1 extra minutes and 2.7 more rebounds.
PPG: +5.1 | FGA: +4.1 | MPG: +8.1 | RPG: +2.7
When Max has been out this season, Dennis Schroder has averaged 3.3 additional field goal attempts and 6.2 extra minutes.
FGA: +3.3 | MPG: +6.2
When Max has been out this season, Jarrett Allen has averaged 9.3 extra minutes.
MPG: +9.3
Max Strus Betting Trends
For bettors, Max's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Cavaliers's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Max has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Strus) Jaylon Tyson 3PM OVER: 37-22 (+12.7u, 1.6 / -107 avg. line) Dean Wade PTS UNDER: 32-19 (+10.3u, 6.0 / -115 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Max Strus'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:
Cavaliers @ Jazz - March 30, 2026 Cleveland Cavaliers: Jarrett Allen (Out) Jaylon Tyson (Out) Utah Jazz: Walker Kessler (Out) Keyonte George (Out) Jaren Jackson Jr. (Out) Jusuf Nurkic (Out) Lauri Markkanen (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Max's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Cavaliers.