Cleveland Cavaliers vs Philadelphia 76ers injury report: Injured and questionable players, where to watch, team stats, and more (January 14, 2026)

The Cleveland Cavaliers visit Philadelphia on Tuesday night for a matchup that could affect how the Eastern Conference playoff picture shapes up over the next few weeks. Both teams are winning more than they are losing, and neither has much room to slip in a crowded middle tier of the standings.This will be the second meeting between the two teams this season. Cleveland won the first game in November, 132-121, behind a big night from Donovan Mitchell. Philadelphia now gets a chance to respond at home, where it has played its best basketball.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Phuladelphia 76ers Game Time, Location, and Odds (January 14, 2026)

The game tips off at 7:00 PM ET on January 14, 2026, at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers enter as 1-point favorites. The total points line is set between 237.5 and 238.5, suggesting another high-scoring game.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Philadelphia 76ers Injury Report Heading Into Tip-Off (January 14, 2026)

Philadelphia 76ers are close to full strength, while Cleveland Cavaliers will be short-handed on the wing.76ers: • VJ Edgecombe: Probable (left adductor contusion) • Joel Embiid: Probable (left knee injury management, left adductor soreness) • Paul George: Probable (left knee injury management) • Kelly Oubre Jr.: Available (left knee injury recovery)Cavaliers: • Max Strus: Out (left foot surgery) • Dean Wade: Out (left knee contusion)Joel Embiid’s availability is the biggest factor. When he plays, Philadelphia’s offense and defense both change, especially in the paint.

Where to Watch Tonight's Cleveland Cavaliers vs Philadelphia 76ers Game (January 14, 2026)

The game will air nationally on ESPN. Local broadcasts will be available on Fox Sports Ohio and NBC Sports Philadelphia. Fans can also stream the game through NBA League Pass, with live stats and highlights available on league platforms.

Team Statistical Breakdown

Cleveland scores efficiently and moves the ball well, but its defense has struggled on the road. Philadelphia relies more on physical defense at home and limits opponents’ scoring chances.Also read: Is Joel Embiid playing tonight vs the Cleveland Cavaliers? Latest update on the Philadelphia 76ers star's injury report (January 14, 2026)

Key Players to Watch Tonight

Donovan Mitchell leads Cleveland with 29.5 points per game and remains the focal point of its offense. Tyrese Maxey has carried Philadelphia’s scoring load at 30.9 points per game. Embiid adds inside scoring and defensive presence if he plays. Off the bench, Kelly Oubre Jr. and Sam Merrill could provide important scoring runs in a game expected to stay close.