Cleveland Cavaliers Injury Report for Game 4 (April 28, 2025): Is Darius Garland playing tonight against the Miami Heat?

The Cleveland Cavaliers may face the Miami Heat in Game 4 without star guard Darius Garland, who is listed as questionable due to a toe injury. The Cavaliers currently lead the series 3-0, putting the Heat on the brink of elimination.

Latest updates on Darius Garland’s injury for Game 4 (April 28, 2025)

Darius Garland’s availability for tonight’s game remains uncertain. His absence could shift the dynamics for the Cavaliers, who have dominated the series so far. Here’s the full injury report for both teams:

Miami Heat injury report

- Terry Rozier: Out (ankle)

- Kevin Love: Out (personal reasons)

Cleveland Cavaliers injury report

- Darius Garland: Questionable (toe)

Game 4 preview: Miami Heat vs Cleveland Cavaliers (April 28, 2025)

The Heat has added Kyle Anderson to its injury report for Game 4. He’s questionable with an illness after waking up today sick.

— Anthony Chiang (@Anthony_Chiang) April 28, 2025

Game 4 tips off at 7:30 p.m. at the Kaseya Center in Miami. The Heat, trailing 0-3, face a must-win situation to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Key game details

- TV coverage: TNT, TruTV, FanDuel Sports Network, MAX

- Betting line: Heat +8.5 (DraftKings)

Series history

- The Cavaliers won the regular-season series 2-1.

- The Heat hold an 80-53 all-time regular-season record against Cleveland.

- Miami has never faced the Cavaliers in the playoffs before this series.

Projected starters

Miami Heat

- G Davion Mitchell

- G Tyler Herro

- C Kel’el Ware

- F Andrew Wiggins

- F Bam Adebayo

Cleveland Cavaliers

- G Ty Jerome

- G Donovan Mitchell

- C Jarrett Allen

- F Max Strus

- F Evan Mobley

Bam Adebayo on the Heat’s mindset

Despite the daunting 0-3 deficit, Heat center Bam Adebayo remains hopeful.

"I’ve been a part of a team that was up 3-0 and then, in the blink of an eye, we were going into a Game 7. Obviously, there’s still a chance."

The Heat will need a historic comeback to advance, but Adebayo’s words suggest the team hasn’t given up yet.

Key takeaways

- Darius Garland’s potential absence could impact Cleveland’s backcourt.

- The Heat must win to avoid a first-round sweep.

- Miami’s home record against Cleveland (51-17) offers a glimmer of hope.

Game 4 will test the Heat’s resilience as they fight to extend their season.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Miami Heat Game 3 overview

In Game 3 of the 2025 NBA Playoffs first-round series between the Cavaliers and Heat, the Cavaliers dominated with a commanding 124-87 victory. Cleveland took control early with a 33-5 run and outrebounded Miami 46-29, showcasing their superiority in the paint with a 60-30 scoring advantage there.

Also read: Miami Heat vs Cleveland Cavaliers final injury report (Game 4, April 28, 2025) - Are Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro playing tonight?

Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with strong performances, supported by solid team defense and efficient shooting. Miami struggled to keep pace, hampered by Cleveland's disciplined play and depth. This win gave the Cavaliers a 3-0 series lead, putting them on the brink of clinching the series.