CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Larry Drew changed his starting lineup once again Sunday afternoon, the 12th different group he has tried during an injury-filled season.
The change didn't work. The five starters played a significant role in Cleveland's 128-105 loss against the Philadelphia Sixers.
Tristan Thompson's foot injury combined with Joel Embiid's size led to the new quintet, with Drew believing he needed the bulk of Ante Zizic in this particular matchup. This is not the first time Drew has spoken about his concern with Larry Nance Jr. not being able to handle the bigger centers.