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NBA Notes: Cavs, Sam Merrill, Pelicans, Dejounte Murray, Pistons

The Cavaliers are monitoring Sam Merrill’s right elbow ahead of their opener against the Sixers, while Nae’Qwan Tomlin will be out considerably longer.

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 4:23 PM
NBA Notes: Cavs, Sam Merrill, Pelicans, Dejounte Murray, Pistons
Key Things to Know
  • NBA updates highlight injury statuses for the Cavaliers and Pelicans, alongside a contract option exercised by the Pistons.
  • Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill is dealing with elbow soreness, while Nae'Qwan Tomlin faces three to four weeks out.
  • Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray expects to play Wednesday after returning to full practice from a toe injury.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Cleveland Cavaliers are monitoring Sam Merrill's right elbow soreness ahead of their season opener against the Philadelphia 76ers, while teammate Nae'Qwan Tomlin is sidelined for three to four weeks with a lower back stress reaction. Meanwhile, New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray expects to play Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers after fully practicing following a preseason toe injury.

In roster moves, the Detroit Pistons exercised their fourth-year team option on forward Ron Holland, guaranteeing approximately $11.5 million for the 2027-28 season. Holland, the fifth pick in the 2024 draft, appeared in 159 regular-season games across his first two seasons.

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