Cavaliers Star Darius Garland Details Recovery From Offseason Toe Surgery

Cavaliers star Darius Garland recently underwent offseason toe surgery, a procedure he initially hoped to avoid, after a nagging injury caused him to miss crucial games in Cleveland's 2025 playoff run. Garland described feeling like he had 'nine toes' before the surgery, but now feels his 'brand new toe' is 'getting better every day' as he ramps up his recovery. While he is currently not setting a definitive return date, he aims to be 100% ready for June, when the postseason 'really matters.' Garland was a key contributor last season, averaging 20.6 points and 6.7 assists, helping the Cavaliers achieve a franchise-high 64-18 record and the top seed in the Eastern Conference.