Cleveland Cavaliers starting lineup and roster, 2026–27

Stats last updated November 2, 2026, from ESPN. How these numbers are calculated.

The Cleveland Cavaliers starting five is Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Peyton Watson, Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen, coached by Kenny Atkinson. This is the lineup the team has used most recently or most often, not an official announcement; starters change with injuries, rest days and trades.

Expected starting five

1. PG Donovan Mitchell
2. SG James Harden
3. SF Peyton Watson
4. PF Evan Mobley
5. C Jarrett Allen

Second unit

1. G Jaylon Tyson
2. G Sam Merrill
3. G Craig Porter Jr.
4. C Thomas Bryant
5. G Tyrese Proctor

Third unit

1. F Mario Hezonja
2. F Tristan Enaruna
3. G Meleek Thomas
4. F Riley Minix

The Cleveland Cavaliers averaged 121.0 points, 48.2 rebounds and 28.7 assists per game, shooting 47.3% from the field and 37.0% from three on 39.7 attempts. Among 30 teams that ranks 2nd in PPG, 4th in APG and 4th in RPG.

League rankings

Each stat per game, with the rank among 30 NBA teams. Cleveland Cavaliers ranks highest in PPG (2nd) and lowest in SPG (22nd). The next strongest categories are APG (4th) and RPG (4th), and the next weakest are FT% (17th) and 3P% (8th).

Cleveland Cavaliers preseason 2026–27: starting five and stats

The Cleveland Cavaliers played 3 preseason games, averaging 116.0 points, 42.0 rebounds and 25.7 assists. Their preseason starting five, by games started, was Evan Mobley, Donovan Mitchell, Jarrett Allen, Peyton Watson, James Harden.

Full roster

• Donovan Mitchell
• James Harden
• Peyton Watson
• Evan Mobley
• Jarrett Allen
• Jaylon Tyson
• Sam Merrill
• Craig Porter Jr.
• Thomas Bryant
• Tyrese Proctor
• Mario Hezonja
• Tristan Enaruna
• Meleek Thomas
• Riley Minix

2026–27 team stats