Timofey Mozgov Illness: Updates on Cavaliers Center's Status and Return

Cleveland Cavaliers center Timofey Mozgov was battling an illness that forced him to miss Wednesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. However, he's ready to return.

Continue for updates.

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Mozgov Active vs. Lakers

Thursday, March 10

ESPN's Dave McMenamin reported Mozgov will be available off the bench against Los Angeles.

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Mozgov Provides Space-Eater in Paint for Cavaliers

Mozgov arrived in Cleveland last season and has had a sporadic but positive impact. Depending on the opponent, the 29-year-old may not see many minutes when the Cavs opt for a smaller, perimeter-oriented lineup.

But when Cleveland goes big, there's no denying Mozgov adds an extra dimension and gives the squad a competent starter who's more of a de facto role player. Thompson has been coming off the bench but consistently averaging more minutes than Mozgov in the frontcourt rotation.