The Cavaliers have ruled out star guard Donovan Mitchell for Friday's game due to left groin soreness. Mitchell, 28, is averaging 24.2 points, 4.3 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 1.3 s

Donovan Mitchell’s absence leaves a void as the Cavs prioritize his health with the Eastern Conference playoffs nearly here.

The Cleveland Cavaliers’ playoff hopes rest on the brilliance of Donovan Mitchell. But against the Brooklyn Nets, their star guard wasn’t on the court—he was in street clothes, watching from the sidelines.