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Why Cavs’ Jarrett Allen isn’t playing vs. Knicks

The Cleveland Cavaliers got along just fine without Jarrett Allen in Friday’s 119-95 NBA Cup victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, but it requires a good amount of energy to compensate for the veteran center’s absence. Mustering the strength to hold…

By Alex House · Cavs Nation

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 10:41 PM

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Jarrett Allen remains out for Saturday's game against the New York Knicks due to a right knee contusion.
Allen suffered the injury after playing just seven minutes against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday.
The Cavaliers previously defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 119-95 in an NBA Cup matchup without Allen.

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Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen will miss Saturday's home matchup against the New York Knicks due to a right knee contusion. The 28-year-old big man suffered the injury on Wednesday against the Oklahoma City Thunder, playing just seven minutes before departing. Allen was subsequently sidelined for Cleveland's 119-95 NBA Cup victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.

While the injury does not appear serious, the Cavaliers are exercising caution to prevent lingering discomfort. Cleveland holds a 5-4 record as they navigate the second night of a back-to-back set without Allen, who provides interior defense alongside teammate Evan Mobley.

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