Is Donovan Mitchell playing tonight vs the Sacramento Kings? Latest update on the Cleveland Cavaliers star's injury report (January 23, 2026)

The Cleveland Cavaliers are back at Rocket Arena on January 23, 2026, to face the Sacramento Kings. Donovan Mitchell is expected to play and will lead a Cleveland team dealing with several injuries in the rotation.The matchup brings together two teams moving in different directions. Cleveland is holding its place in the playoff picture, while Sacramento has struggled to find rhythm through the first half of the season. With Mitchell available, the Cavaliers enter the night with a clear advantage.Donovan Mitchell is not listed on the injury report and is expected to play without limitations. With multiple guards sidelined, Cleveland’s offense will run through him from the opening possession.The projected starting lineup includes Mitchell, Jaylon Tyson, Dean Wade, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen. The group gives Cleveland size inside and enough shooting to stretch the floor.Cleveland Cavaliers will be without Darius Garland (toe), Sam Merrill (hand), Max Strus (foot), Chris Livingston, and Luke Travers. The absences thin the backcourt and increase Mitchell’s minutes and usage.Sacramento’s injury list is shorter but still impactful. Keegan Murray is out with an ankle injury, removing one of the Kings’ most reliable two-way players. Other absences are limited to G League assignments.The Cavaliers enter the game around 25-20 and are listed as heavy favorites, with the spread hovering near -20. They rank inside the league’s top 12 in both offensive and defensive efficiency.The Kings sit near 12-33 with a net rating around -9.3. Domantas Sabonis has appeared in just 14 games this season, and his limited availability has hurt Sacramento’s ability to control the paint.Mitchell is projected to approach 30 points while also handling playmaking duties. Sacramento will counter with DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine, and Russell Westbrook, relying on perimeter scoring to stay close.Inside, Cleveland’s pairing of Mobley and Allen is expected to challenge Sabonis whenever he is on the floor and limit second-chance opportunities.Mitchell is averaging 24.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game, along with 3.2 made three-pointers. He has been steady during Cleveland’s push through the middle of the season.Also read: Sacramento Kings vs Cleveland Cavaliers injury report: Who's playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (January 23, 2026)The Cavaliers swept the Kings last season, including a 120-113 win that still stands out for fans. Tipoff is set for 7:30 PM ET, with the game airing on FanDuel Sports Network Ohio and NBA League Pass.