Cleveland Cavaliers' All-Star guard Darius Garland is uncertain for Game 4 against the Miami Heat due to a toe injury that kept him out of Game 3, where the Cavaliers secured a dominant 124-87 victory, leading the series 3-0. Coach Kenny Atkinson mentioned that Garland participated in a non-contact practice but was not at full speed, and emphasized a conservative approach regarding his return. Despite the team's commanding lead, the decision on Garland's participation remains undecided, potentially keeping him out until the second round against either the Pacers or Bucks. Historically, no NBA team has ever come back from a 3-0 series deficit. Game 4 will be broadcast on TNT and TruTV with streaming options available on platforms like Sling, allowing fans to follow the playoff action.

Darius Garland, a key player for the Cleveland Cavaliers, is dealing with a toe injury which caused him to miss Game 3 of the series against the Miami Heat, where the Cavaliers achieved a decisive 124-87 win, leading the series 3-0.

The uncertainty regarding Garland's availability for Game 4 persists as he was only able to participate in a limited, non-contact practice session, raising questions about his readiness for the game.

Head coach Kenny Atkinson expressed a preference for a conservative approach in handling Garland's injury, suggesting that if given a choice, resting Garland might be the best option despite the team's strong series position.

The Cavaliers' significant lead in the series does not influence the decision on Garland's participation, as Atkinson emphasized the importance of caution over immediate returns, potentially sidelining Garland until the second round.

Historically, no team in the NBA has managed to overturn a 3-0 series deficit, which provides some assurance to the Cavaliers as they consider their strategy for the upcoming games without their star guard.

Game 4 of the Cavaliers vs. Heat series is scheduled to air on TNT and TruTV, with additional accessibility for fans through various streaming services such as Sling, which will broadcast all NBA playoff games.

The game is set to commence around 7:30 p.m. ET at the Kaseya Center in Miami, offering multiple viewing options for fans who wish to follow the series closely.

The Cavaliers have not been tested much in the first round, but they may be forced to close out the series without a key contributor.

Cavs All-Star guard Darius Garland is battling a toe injury that held him out of Game 3. In Garland's absence, Cleveland dominated its way to a 124-87 rout of the Heat and a 3-0 series lead. As the team eyes a sweep, Garland's status looms large for a potential closeout game and beyond.

Will Garland be available for Game 4? Here is the latest on his status for Cleveland's closeout opportunity.

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Is Darius Garland playing in Game 4 vs. Heat?

Garland's status for Game 4 vs. Miami has yet to be determined.

Garland was a limited participant during Cleveland's practice on Sunday, as he went through a non-contact workout but could not do so at full speed. Head coach Kenny Atkinson said, "We'll see," when asked about Garland playing Monday.

“Listen, I'd love for him to play, obviously,” Atkinson added. “I'm a conservative doctor. I'm going to prescribe the conservative thing. If they give me two choices, that would be my recommendation. Be more conservative.”

And while Atkinson said Cleveland's 3-0 series lead will not have an impact on the decision, the "conservative" approach could result in Garland being shelved until a second-round date with either the Pacers or Bucks.

No team in NBA history has come back from a 3-0 series deficit.

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What channel is Cavaliers vs. Heat Game 4 on?

• TV channel: TNT, TruTV
• Live stream: Sling

Cavaliers vs. Heat Game 4 will air on TNT and TruTV in the United States.

Cord-cutters, meanwhile, can access the matchup on a host of streaming platforms, including Sling, which will carry every NBA playoff game in 2025.

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Cavaliers vs. Heat start time

• Date: Monday, April 28
• Time: 7 p.m. ET

Game 4 of the first-round series between the Cavaliers and Heat will tip off around 7:30 p.m. ET from the Kaseya Center in Miami