Donovan Mitchell's injury report (March 28,2025): Is the Cleveland Cavaliers star playing tonight against the Detroit Pistons?

Raunak Bose / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 28, 2025, 23:46 IST

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Donovan Mitchell is confirmed to play for the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Detroit Pistons, providing a boost as Cleveland aims to extend their dominant season. Cleveland currently leads the NBA in scoring and point differential. The Cavaliers list Evan Mobley, Jaylon Tyson, and Ty Jerome as day-to-day, while Detroit will be missing key players Jaden Ivey and Cade Cunningham.

Donovan Mitchell's injury report (March 28,2025): Is the Cleveland Cavaliers star playing tonight against the Detroit Pistons?

Is Donovan Mitchell playing tonight? (Image via AP Photo/David Dermer)

The Cleveland Cavaliers have listed three players on their injury report ahead of Friday’s matchup against the Detroit Pistons, but star guard Donovan Mitchell is not among them. The team confirmed Mitchell is fully healthy and expected to play, providing a major boost as Cleveland looks to extend its dominant season.

Will Donovan Mitchell play tonight against the Detroit Pistons (March 28, 2025)?

Donovan Mitchell is cleared to play against the Detroit Pistons tonight. He is not listed on the team’s injury report and can be seen on the team’s projected starters list.
Mitchell, averaging 23.7 points per game (17th in the NBA) and leading the Cavaliers with 3.3 made threes per contest (8th in the league), remains a critical piece for the Eastern Conference leaders. His availability is key as Cleveland holds the NBA’s top-ranked offense (122.3 PPG) and a +10.4-point differential.

Cleveland Cavaliers injury report for tonight’s game against the Detroit Pistons (March 28, 2025)

Cavaliers injury report March 28 (Image via NBA)

The Cavaliers’ injury report includes Evan Mobley (rest), Jaylon Tyson (knee), and Ty Jerome (knee), all listed as day-to-day. Mobley, averaging 15.9 points and 8.8 rebounds over the last 20 games, could sit for maintenance, while Tyson and Jerome’s statuses will be game-time decisions.

Detroit Pistons injury report for tonight’s game against the Cleveland Cavaliers (March 28, 2025)

Detroit, meanwhile, will be without key players Jaden Ivey (leg) and Cade Cunningham (calf). Cunningham’s absence is a significant blow—the Pistons’ leading scorer (23.8 PPG last 20 games) has been instrumental in their playoff push. Malik Beasley (16.2 PPG) and Jalen Duren (10.2 RPG) will shoulder more offensive responsibility.

When and where to watch the Cleveland Cavaliers play tonight against the Detroit Pistons (March 28, 2025)?

The game tips off at 7 p.m. ET at Little Caesars Arena, airing on FDSDET and FDSOH. Fans can stream it live on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply).
With Donovan Mitchell healthy and the Pistons shorthanded, Cleveland aims to continue its strong form. The Cavaliers’ depth and scoring firepower make them favorites, but Detroit’s resilience at home could test them.
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Raunak Bose

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