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CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 29: Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers answers questions from the media during Cleveland Cavaliers Media Day at Rocket Arena on September 29, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)
On Sunday afternoon, the Cleveland Cavaliers will play the Boston Celtics at home in Ohio.
The Cavs most recently beat the Detroit Pistons by a score of 113-109.
Jarrett Allen played 21 minutes, finishing with eight points, three rebounds and one steal while shooting 4/7 from the field and 0/2 from three-point range.
Cleveland Cavaliers Make Jarrett Allen Announcement
GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 01: Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts during the first half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on March 01, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Jordan Bank/Getty Images)
For Sunday’s game, the Cavs will be without Allen, as he has been ruled out.
Underdog NBA wrote: “Jarrett Allen (knee) listed out for Sunday.”
GettyCLEVELAND, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 29: Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers answers questions from the media during Cleveland Cavaliers Media Day at Rocket Arena on September 29, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)
Allen is in the middle of another strong season for the Cavs.
The former All-Star is averaging 15.3 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.0 steals per contest while shooting 63.6% from the field in 51 games.
He has been especially good since the addition of 2018 James Harden.
Underdog wrote (on February 24): “James Harden changed Jarrett Allen’s life
29 PTS | 10 REBS | 87% FG 22 PTS | 13 REBS | 50% FG 21 PTS | 9 REBS | 83% FG 15 PTS | 10 REBS | 50% FG 26 PTS | 14 REBS | 80% FG 11 PTS | 13 REBS | 50% FG
20.7 PPG | 11.5 RPG | 75.0% FG
Without Harden: 13.9 PPG | 8.1 RPG | 68.0% FG”
GettyCLEVELAND, OHIO – FEBRUARY 19: Jarrett Allen #31 of Team LeBron celebrates during the NBA All-Star practice at the Wolstein Center on February 19, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Allen Before The Cavs
GettyBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – NOVEMBER 27: Jarrett Allen #31 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the first half of the game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on November 27, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
The former Texas star was the 22nd pick in the 2017 NBA Draft.
He spent the first half of his career playing for the Brooklyn Nets.
His career averages are 13.0 points, 9.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.2 blocks per contest while shooting 64.1% from the field in 619 games.
Serena Winters wrote (on February 4): “Jarrett Allen, ladies and gentlemen!!!
The ONLY player in Cavs history to record 40+ points and 17+ rebounds.
The FIRST player in NBA history with 40pts/15rebs/5asts in under 30 minutes! (Also had 4 blocks and 2 steals).
What a stat line. What a guy.”
Serena Winters
Jarrett Allen, ladies and gentlemen!!!
The ONLY player in Cavs history to record 40+ points and 17+ rebounds.
The FIRST player in NBA history with 40pts/15rebs/5asts in under 30 minutes! (Also had 4 blocks and 2 steals).
What a stat line. What a guy.
Bravo @_bigjayy_ 👏
Cavs Ahead Of Celtics Clash
GettyPORTLAND, OREGON – FEBRUARY 01: Jarrett Allen #31 is doused with water by teammate Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers after the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on February 01, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
The Cavs are coming off a season where they were the first seed in the Eastern Conference.
Right now, they are the fourth seed with a 39-24 record in 63 games.
They have won seven out of ten (and two in a row).