Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen is not in the lineup for Tuesday’s Game 5 against the Orlando Magic because of a bruised rib.
The injury leaves the Cavaliers without their starting center for the pivotal game. The series is tied at 2-2 entering Tuesday’s game in Cleveland.
The Cavaliers will start 6-5 forward Isaac Okoro, leaving Cleveland with a small lineup against Orlando. Okoro will start alongside Evan Mobley, Max Strus, Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland. Mobley will take on expanded responsibilities in the post.
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