Cavaliers Guard Darius Garland Out 4-5 Months After Toe Surgery

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland underwent surgery to repair a toe injury that had affected him since the end of the 2024-25 regular season and worsened during the playoffs. The surgery, performed by Dr. Nicholas Strasser, is expected to sideline Garland for approximately four to five months, causing him to likely miss the start of the 2025-26 NBA season. Garland played through the injury in parts of the playoffs but missed multiple games against the Miami Heat and Indiana Pacers due to limited mobility. During the 2024-25 season, Garland averaged 20.6 points, 6.7 assists, and 2.9 rebounds per game, helping the Cavaliers secure the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference with a 64-18 record. The team's offseason plans, including the potential re-signing of backup guard Ty Jerome, could be influenced by Garland's recovery timeline. The Cavaliers and fans hope for a full recovery as Garland's contract is guaranteed through 2027-28, and he remains a key figure for the team's championship aspirations.