Sam Merrill Explodes for Career-High 32 Points, Ties 3-Point Record

Sam Merrill delivered a career-high 32 points (11-12 FG, 9-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one block in just 25 minutes during the Cavaliers' 138-113 win over the Wizards. He was nearly perfect from the field in the first half, including 7-7 from three, tying his career high in 3-point makes and surpassing his previous season high by 10 points. Merrill is averaging 13.6 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 2.3 assists this season, with the Cavs performing significantly better with him on the court.