Mo Williams (knee) will not play in the Cavaliers' playoff opener versus the Pistons on Sunday.

Williams (knee) will not play in the Cavaliers' playoff opener versus the Pistons on Sunday.

Analysis:

Williams is experiencing inflammation on the cartilage in his knee cap, which will cost him at least Sunday's opener against the Pistons. He's reportedly aiming for a return by the team's second matchup against the Pistons on Apr. 20, although we'll likely have to wait till the day of the game before hearing a final word on his status. Kyrie Irving and Matthew Dellavedova will likely take on heavy minutes in his absence, while Jordan McRae could see a slight boost as well.