Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: First career double-double in win
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Jerome notched 13 points (5-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, 11 assists and two steals over 22 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 124-87 win over the Heat in Game 3 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
After emerging as a key piece of the Cavs' second unit late in the regular season, Jerome hasn't faded as the pressure has ramped up in the playoffs. If anything, the journeyman guard has found another gear, recording his first career double-double in the NBA during Saturday's rout. With Darius Garland (toe) banged up, Jerome could see elevated usage again Monday as Cleveland goes for the sweep in Game 4.
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Huge effort off bench in Game 1
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Jerome accumulated 28 points (10-15 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 3-5 FT), five rebounds and three assists in 26 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 121-100 win over the Heat in Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
In the first playoff game of his career, Jerome was a one-man second unit for the Cavaliers. The 27-year-old guard emerged as a key part of Cleveland's bench crew in March, and he's scored in double digits in 11 straight appearances, including Sunday, averaging 17.4 points, 3.9 assists, 2.2 threes and 1.9 boards in 22.3 minutes a contest over that stretch.
Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Green light to play vs. Miami
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Jerome (knee) is available for Game 1 against the Heat on Sunday.
Jerome was sidelined for seven of the Cavaliers' final 10 games of the regular season while managing a left knee injury. With a week of rest under his belt, the 2019 first-round pick has been cleared for the Cavaliers' playoff opener Sunday. Jerome finished the regular season averaging a career-high 12.5 points along with 3.4 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 1.1 steals over 19.9 minutes per contest while shooting 43.9 percent from beyond the arc.
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Not playing Sunday
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Jerome (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Pacers.
Jerome is one of several Cleveland players who will sit out the regular-season finale on Sunday. Jerome should play a sizable role off the bench for the Cavaliers in the playoffs, but he won't take the court Sunday in order to have him close to being 100 percent healthy for the upcoming postseason run. Jerome ends the 2024-25 regular season with averages of 12.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.1 steals per game across 70 appearances (three starts).
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Ruled out for Friday
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Jerome will miss Friday's game against the Knicks for left knee injury management.
Jerome started Thursday's game against the Pacers for the shorthanded Cavaliers, posting 24 points, six assists, two rebounds and one block in 26 minutes. He'll be held out for the second leg of this back-to-back set for maintenance, however, as the Cavaliers are looking to keep their regulars fresh for the playoffs.
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Starting sans Garland
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Jerome will start in Thursday's game against the Pacers.
The 27-year-old guard will receive the starting nod due to Darius Garland (toe) being sidelined. Jerome has averaged 18.2 points, 3.6 assists, 2.6 three-pointers and 2.0 rebounds across 21.0 minutes per game in his last five appearances.
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Top scorer off bench in victory
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Jerome recorded 18 points (7-11 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and five assists in 22 minutes during Tuesday's 135-113 win over the Bulls.
Jerome led the way off the bench for Cleveland in Tuesday's battle, leading all bench players in scoring and assists while connecting on a trio of threes in an offensive showcase. Jerome has recorded at least 15 points and five dimes in two of his last five outings.
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Steps up with 20 points in return
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Jerome (knee) contributed 20 points (9-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal over 23 minutes during Sunday's 120-113 loss to the Kings.
Jerome returned from a five-game absence due to left knee tendinitis and stepped up off the bench to lead the Cavaliers in scoring. The 27-year-old combo guard hit the 20-point mark for the 12th time this season Sunday, and he's now averaging 18.3 points, 3.3 assists, 2.5 rebounds, 2.5 three-pointers and 1.0 steals in 20.7 minutes over his past four appearances.
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Cleared to play Sunday
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Jerome (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Kings, Nate Ulrich of USA Today reports.
Jerome will return Sunday following a five-game absence due to left knee tendinitis. He should step back into his usual role as the Cavaliers' point guard on the second unit, with his presence leaving fewer minutes available off the bench for Isaac Okoro, Dean Wade and Sam Merrill.
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Iffy for Sunday
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Jerome (knee) has been listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Kings.
After missing the last five games for the Cavaliers with a knee issue, Jerome has a chance to play Sunday against Sacramento. The 27-year-old guard is having a breakout year with Cleveland, averaging a career-high 12.2 points per game while shooting a career-best 50.9 percent from the floor and 43.1 percent from deep.
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Out for Friday
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Jerome (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Spurs.
Jerome will miss his fifth consecutive contest due to left knee tendinitis. His next chance to play will come Sunday against the Kings. Sam Merrill and Isaac Okoro will likely receive an uptick in playing time due to Jerome being sidelined.
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Jerome (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Jerome will miss a fourth straight game for the Cavaliers due to a left knee issue. Dean Wade, Sam Merrill and Javonte Green are candidates to see more time on the floor against New York on Wednesday.
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Not playing Sunday
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Jerome (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Clippers, Ethan Sands of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Jerome will be sidelined for a third straight game due to left knee tendinitis. His continued absence could allow Javonte Green to maintain a spot in the rotation while also raising the minutes floors for fellow reserves Dean Wade and Sam Merrill.
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Out again Friday
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Jerome (knee) will not play Friday against the Pistons.
Jerome will miss his second game in a row after sitting out Thursday's win over the Spurs due to left knee soreness. With Max Strus (ankle) also sidelined, players such as Sam Merrill and Isaac Okoro could see upticks in minutes.
Jerome (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Spurs, Danny Cunningham of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
The 27-year-old combo guard will miss just his second outing since the All-Star break due to left knee soreness. Sam Merrill and Isaac Okoro are candidates for an uptick in playing time due to Jerome being sidelined. His next chance to suit up will come Friday against Detroit.
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Cavaliers' Ty Jerome: Downgraded to doubtful
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Jerome (knee) is now listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against the Spurs, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports.
Jerome was initially listed as questionable for Thursday's game due to left knee soreness, but the issue is severe enough for him that he'll likely be sidelined. Jerome's absence would open the door to more minutes for Sam Merrill and Isaac Okoro.
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