Cavaliers score, injury report vs Phoenix as Cavs battle the Suns on NYE

CLEVELAND — The Cavaliers face a difficult test from the West in a New Year's Eve matchup with the Phoenix Suns at Rocket Arena.

The Cavs are coming off of a three-game road trip that concluded with a win over the San Antonio Spurs, though it also included a key loss on Christmas to the New York Knicks, now the favorites in the East.

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Follow along here for live score updates, analysis and highlights from a matinee Cavaliers-Suns matchup. Tip-off is set for 3:30 p.m.

Below is some pregame information.

Cavs injury report vs Suns; De'Andre Hunter a late scratch

Cavs guard Max Strus (foot) has yet to make his season debut following offseason surgery and remains out. Forward Larry Nance Jr. isn't expected to play due to a strained right calf. Guard Sam Merrill (hip) is expected to be available.

An hour before tip-off, the Cavs also announced that forward De'Andre Hunter would be out with an illness.

Cavaliers unveil city edition uniforms

The Cavs unveiled their new City Edition uniforms Nov. 11.

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How can I watch/stream/listen to the Cavs vs Suns game?

The Dec. 31 Cavs-Suns game can be watched on NBA TV. It can heard on the radio on 100.7 WMMS, 1100 WTAM and S: LA MEGA 1300.

This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Cleveland Cavs score vs Phoenix Suns game updates, highlights