Cavaliers' Darius Garland Questionable for Game 4 Against Heat

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland remains questionable for Game 4 against the Miami Heat due to a lingering toe injury that kept him out of Game 3, with the team considering caution given their 3-0 series lead. Garland participated in a limited, non-contact practice on Sunday, and head coach Kenny Atkinson stated the series score will not influence the decision to play him. Despite Garland's absence, Cleveland dominated Game 3 with a blowout victory, showcasing their depth and making Miami appear outmatched on both ends of the court. The Cavaliers' recent win demonstrated their ability to succeed without their star point guard, fueling speculation he may be rested for a potential second-round matchup. Tension between the teams increased following Garland's comments about targeting Tyler Herro defensively, though Miami's Erik Spoelstra downplayed the remarks. The Heat, now down 0-3 in the series, face elimination as Cleveland eyes a sweep and a chance to rest key players ahead of tougher playoff competition.