Raptors' VanVleet, Flynn out vs. Cavaliers

The Toronto Raptors have ruled out Malachi Flynn (left hamstring strain) and Fred VanVleet (knee soreness) for tonight's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. 

The Raptors will not have a traditional point guard available for tonight’s game in Cleveland. Fred VanVleet and Malachi Flynn have both been ruled OUT.

— Josh Lewenberg (@JLew1050) March 6, 2022

Flynn, 23, has been in double digits in points his last four games. He recorded a season-high 20 points and eight assists in Friday night's loss to the Orlando Magic. 

VanVleet continues to deal with knee soreness suffered prior to the All-Star break. Averaging 21.4 points, and 6.9 assists, to go along with 4.5 rebounds through 52 games, VanVleet has missed the last four contests. 

According to head coach Nick Nurse, VanVleet should be able to return soon. The Raptors have a two-day break after Sunday and TSN's Josh Lewenberg reports the Wichita State product could be ready to go by Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs.

Nick Nurse thinks Fred VanVleet should be back soon. With a two-day break after tonight, he could be ready to go in San Antonio on Wednesday.

— Josh Lewenberg (@JLew1050) March 6, 2022

The Raptors also released DJ Wilson earlier on Sunday and signed Armoni Brooks to a 10-day contract.