Jarrett Allen could return within three weeks

After an initial undetermined return timeline, the Cleveland Cavaliers got some clarity in regards to Jarrett Allen. Shams Charania of The Athletic had the following update about Allen.

Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen is hopeful of a return to the lineup within the next three weeks after suffering a fractured left finger on March 6, sources said. Allen has so far resisted surgery on the finger, which would have had a lengthy return timetable. The Cavaliers have 11 games left in the season.

Shams Charania on Jarrett Allen

With Cleveland entering the home stretch over the next few weeks, they will need to make preparations of the remainder of the season and postseason. Having a possible return timeline for Allen allows them to do just that.