David Richard-Imagn Images The Cleveland Cavaliers played Saturday without their entire starting lineup against the Dallas Mavericks. Four players sat out due to travel delays, while a fifth missed his second game with an injury. The team faced a unique challenge after a nationwide ground stop left them stuck in Florida.
Coach Kenny Atkinson had to find a new lineup on short notice. Mario Hezonja and Thomas Bryant made their first starts of the season for Cleveland. Jaylon Tyson, Tyrese Proctor, and rookie Meleek Thomas also joined the rotation to fill the gaps.
Travel Chaos Stranded the Team
The trouble began after the Cavaliers played in…
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