Summary
The Cleveland Cavaliers have decided to manage Lonzo Ball's playing time carefully due to his past injuries. Ball, who recently joined the team, will not play in consecutive games at the start of the NBA season and will have a limited number of minutes on the court.
Key Facts
- The Cleveland Cavaliers acquired Lonzo Ball from the Chicago Bulls during the offseason.
- Ball has a history of serious lower-body injuries affecting his availability.
- To protect his health, Ball will not play back-to-back games initially in the 2025-26 season.
- Ball's playing time will be closely monitored, with a limited number of minutes per game.
- The Cavaliers have planned 14 back-to-back game sets this season.
- Head coach Kenny Atkinson praised Ball's skills and fit with the team.
- The Cavaliers' season opener is on October 22 against the New York Knicks.
