Cavs at Heat: How to watch, injury report and another test of consistency

November 13, 2026

The Cavs showed what they can be Wednesday in New York. Friday is about backing it up.

That assignment gets tougher without Evan Mobley, who will miss the NBA Cup matchup against the Heat with a left big toe sprain. After their most complete performance of the season, the Cavs will need another collective effort against Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo.

James Harden’s 32-point night helped lift the Cavs to 6-6 with a 115-107 win over the Knicks. Miami enters at 5-6 after consecutive wins to finish a 3-2 road trip.

Game details

Matchup: Cavs at Heat
Date: Friday, Nov. 13
Tipoff: 8 p.m. ET
Location: Kaseya Center, Miami
Competition: Emirates NBA Cup group play

How to watch and listen

The Cavs’ broadcast is on DAZN, with Miami-area coverage on WPLG Local 10 and Local10+.

Cavs-market viewers can stream through DAZN or an eligible DIRECTV package. NBA League Pass is an option for eligible out-of-market viewers, subject to blackout restrictions. Check availability for your location and subscription before tipoff.

Radio: WTAM 1100 and 100.7 WMMS.

Injury report

Among the notable designations entering Friday:

Evan Mobley: Out, left big toe sprain.
Giannis Antetokounmpo: Probable, right wrist sprain.
Klay Thompson: Questionable, left ankle injury.
Pelle Larsson: Questionable, illness.

Availability can change before tipoff.

What to know

Mobley’s absence puts more responsibility on Jarrett Allen, who collected 14 rebounds against the Knicks and made several important plays down the stretch. Against Miami’s size, the Cavs will need help on the glass from their guards and wings, too.

Peyton Watson could spend more time at power forward, while Mario Hezonja offers another option with size. Tyrese Proctor and Jaylon Tyson could also factor into lineup adjustments.

Mostly, this is another opportunity to establish some consistency. The Cavs responded to their awful showing in Charlotte by beating the defending champions in their building. Now they need to carry that urgency into a different matchup.

One good night was encouraging. Building on it would be more convincing.

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