When Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland missed the final two games of the first-round series against the Miami Heat, many expected him to return when the team faced the Pacers. However, Garland's toe injury has proven more severe than initially anticipated.

Stephen A. Smith is urging Darius Garland to return from his toe injury as the Cavaliers face a 0-2 deficit against the Pacers. Garland has missed four playoff games, and Smith believes his presence is crucial.

Cavs point guard Darius Garland has been ruled out of his 3rd consecutive playoff game with a sprained left big toe. He'll miss Game 1 vs. the Pacers.