Cavs vs. Blazers: Preview, odds, injury report, TV

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Cavs will wrap up their five-game homestand at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse with a rematch against the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday night.

Cleveland is currently riding back-to-back victories over the Toronto Raptors and Atlanta Hawks. What’s been particularly impressive during this stretch is their remarkable defense. In Tuesday’s win against the Hawks, Evan Mobley emerged as a defensive juggernaut, recording seven blocks.

While the Cavs have been battling injuries, they are nearing the return of their full roster.

Cleveland will get to witness Scoot Henderson, the third overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, for the first time this season. Henderson recently recovered from a bone bruise in his right ankle.

The Blazers are coming off a victory against the red-hot Indiana Pacers. The Cavs already hold a win against the Blazers this season.

Here’s what to know about the matchup:

Who: Cleveland Cavaliers (10-8) vs. Portland Trail Blazers (5-12).

Series: Second and final meeting this season.

Where: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

When: 7 p.m. EST.

The point spread: Cavs minus-4.5; O/U 237.5

TV: Bally Sports Ohio

Injury report

Cavs: Ty Jerome (right ankle sprain), OUT; Dean Wade (ankle), OUT.

Blazers: No injured players.

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