Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Could miss up to three weeks
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Mobley (calf) is expected to miss at least one week, Chris Haynes of NBA TV reports.
Mobley has been diagnosed with a strained left calf, and the star big man could be sidelined for as many as three weeks. With the All-Star break looming in the middle of February, it's possible that the Cavaliers will exercise caution with Mobley. In the meantime, Nae'Qwan Tomlin, Jaylon Tyson and Dean Wade will all be asked to step up in the frontcourt.
Mobley posted 20 points (9-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-4 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 35 minutes during the Cavaliers' 114-98 win over the Magic on Monday.
Mobley co-led the Cavaliers in rebounds Monday and finished as the team's second-leading scorer behind Donovan Mitchell (45 points). Mobley has recorded at least two blocks in six of his last eight outings, and over that span he has averaged 17.4 points, 9.6 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 2.8 blocks over 34.4 minutes per game while connecting on 51.3 percent of his field-goal attempts.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Needs 14 shots to score 13 points
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Mobley ended Saturday's 119-105 win over the Magic with 13 points (4-14 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one block in 35 minutes.
While Mobley shot a respectable 37 percent from distance over his previous two seasons, he's struggled mightily from beyond the arc this year, converting just 30.9 percent of his three-point attempts. The shooting woes have been especially pronounced since December, as Mobley has gone 14-for-68 from deep over that span. He's still attempting 3.1 triples per game, suggesting the 24-year-old forward hasn't backed off despite the prolonged slump.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Nears triple-double in win
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Mobley closed with 29 points (13-24 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 13 rebounds, eight assists and four blocks across 35 minutes in Friday's 123-118 win over Sacramento.
Mobley matched his season highs in points and assists while also pulling down double-digit rebounds in a win. The big night came after the power forward entered Friday averaging 16.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 2.5 blocks and 1.2 steals over his past 10 games. With Cleveland falling short of expectations so far this season, performances like this -- especially the added scoring punch -- would be a welcome development moving forward.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Double-doubles, rejects three shots
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Mobley logged 14 points (6-13 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 14 rebounds, one steal and three blocks across 35 minutes of Wednesday's 94-87 win over Charlotte.
Mobley's 14 rebounds tied his season high and were his most since Nov. 30. Additionally, he blocked at least three shots for the fourth time in five games. During that five-game stretch, he's averaging 15.4 points, 9.6 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 1.2 steals and 3.0 blocks. Mobley has 16 double-doubles this season.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Modest effort in loss
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Mobley amassed 16 points (7-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 31 minutes during Monday's 136-104 loss to the Thunder.
The Cavaliers were blown out of this game, dropping to 24-20 on the season. Mobley has yet to make the leap many fantasy managers were hoping for, as he's currently sitting at a fourth-round valuation in nine-category formats with 17.8 points, 8.6 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.0 steals, 1.9 blocks and 1.2 three-pointers.
Mobley recorded 15 points (6-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, eight assists, two steals and three blocks in 34 minutes during Monday's 123-112 loss to the Jazz.
Mobley turned in an efficient shooting performance and added to his production by contributing across the board. He fell one rebound shy of his first double-double since Dec. 31 and continues to shine on the defensive end, where he's swatted at least one shot in eight of his last nine appearances.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Another efficient outing
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Mobley registered 24 points (11-16 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two steals over 32 minutes during the Cavaliers' 146-134 win over the Timberwolves on Saturday.
Mobley was unable to connect on any of his attempts from deep, but he was efficient inside the arc and finished Saturday's win as the Cavaliers' second-leading scorer behind Donovan Mitchell (28 points), with the former scoring 16 of his points in the second half. Mobley has connected on 50 percent or more of his field goals in six of his last seven outings, and over that span he has averaged 16.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 2.6 blocks and 1.0 steals over 32.4 minutes per game.
Mobley ended with 19 points (8-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one block across 38 minutes during Thursday's 131-122 loss to the Timberwolves.
Mobley scored an efficient 19 points Thursday, but the four rebounds did tie a season low. Since returning from a calf strain, the star big man has averaged 14.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 2.4 blocks in 30.1 minutes per game over his last eight outings (six starts) while shooting 54.7 percent from the floor.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Hosts New Year's Eve block party
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Mobley tallied 16 points (7-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, five blocks and one steal over 29 minutes during Cleveland's 129-113 win over Phoenix on Wednesday.
Mobley was one of three Cavaliers players to finish with a double-double Wednesday, but he made most of his presence felt on the defensive side of the floor with five blocks, tying a season high he set against the Trail Blazers on Dec. 3. Mobley has started and logged 29 minutes in back-to-back games while he continues to work his way back from a calf strain that caused him to miss five games in December. He has opened the 2025-26 regular season averaging 18.2 points, 9.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.3 threes, 1.7 blocks and 0.9 steals over 33.3 minutes per game.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Rejoining first unit
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Mobley will start Monday's game against the Spurs.
Mobley has been deployed off the bench in his first two games back from a calf strain, but the team has determined that he's ready to rejoin the starters. He's logged 25 and 20 minutes in two appearances since getting the green light to return, so it remains to be seen whether he'll be on any type of restriction Monday evening. Sam Merrill will retreat to a bench role following this lineup shift.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Productive off bench in return
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Mobley (calf) provided 14 points (6-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and three assists across 25 minutes off the bench during Thursday's 126-124 loss to New York.
Returning from a five-game absence due to a calf strain, Mobley was eased back into action with the second unit for the first time in his career but still nearly recorded his fifth straight double-double despite a restricted workload. The fifth-year big man had been on a roll prior to the injury, averaging 19.5 points, 10.3 boards, 4.3 assists, 1.9 blocks and 1.4 three-pointers in 33.9 minutes over his last 10 games.
Mobley (calf) will undergo a thorough pregame workout before a final determination is made on his availability for Thursday's matchup against the Knicks, Danny Cunningham of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
Mobley hasn't played since Dec. 12 due to a Grade 1 left calf strain but will attempt to return for Thursday's Christmas clash. If active, Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson indicated the big man will be on a minutes restriction. Prior to the injury, the USC product was producing at a steady level, averaging 19.5 points, 10.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.9 blocks over his previous 10 appearances. Dean Wade would likely move back to a bench role if Mobley is cleared to play.
Mobley finished with 23 points (7-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 13 rebounds and six assists over 36 minutes during Friday's 130-126 victory over the Wizards.
Mobley has been a consistent source of points and rebounds for the Cavaliers this season. This was his fourth straight double-double, and he's reached that feat in eight of his last 10 games. He's not going to unsettle Donovan Mitchell as the team's primary scoring option, but his consistency has been remarkable. Over his last 10 games, Mobley is averaging 19.5 points, 10.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.9 blocks per contest.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Double-doubles in loss
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Mobley had 18 points (8-19 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 35 minutes during Saturday's 99-94 loss to the Warriors.
Mobley delivered an abysmal performance from beyond the arc, though he still finished as Cleveland's second-leading scorer. The big man was also active on the glass, securing his third consecutive double-double and 12th on the season. Additionally, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year chipped in at least one block for a fourth straight game and is averaging 1.7 swats per tilt through 24 regular-season outings.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Will play Friday
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Mobley (illness) will play in Friday's game against the Spurs, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Mobley was a late addition to Cleveland's injury report due to an illness, though he'll shed his questionable tag Friday. Over his last five outings, the 24-year-old big man has averaged 19.4 points, 9.6 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 2.0 blocks across 33.4 minutes per contest.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Paces team in loss
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Mobley recorded 27 points (11-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 14 rebounds and four assists in 38 minutes during Sunday's 117-115 loss to the Celtics.
Mobley put together arguably his best performance of the season Sunday, logging his second-highest scoring total and matching his season best in rebounds. Mobley did, however, break his streak of four consecutive games with at least one block, and it was just the second time this season he failed to collect a block or steal. The star big man has now double-doubled in four of his last five appearances.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Double-doubles in win
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Mobley produced 22 points (7-13 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 7-11 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and four blocks across 35 minutes during Friday's 120-109 win over the Pacers.
Mobley reached the 20-point mark for the fifth time in 10 November appearances. He's doing more than just scoring, as the big man also tied his season-high mark in blocks with four. Mobley continues to establish himself as a productive presence for the Cavaliers with averages of 18.3 points, 8.7 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.5 blocks per night over his past 10 games.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Muted performance in return
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Mobley logged seven points (2-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal over 35 minutes during the Cavaliers' 126-113 loss to the Raptors on Thursday.
Mobley suited up for Thursday's contest after being held out of Wednesday's game against the Heat for rest purposes. The fifth-year pro finished the game with season lows in points and field-goal attempts, though he did lead the Cavaliers with nine boards. Mobley will look to bounce back against the Grizzlies on Saturday.
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Cavaliers' Evan Mobley: Another double-double
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Mobley generated 19 points (7-19 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists, one steal and two blocks across 34 minutes of Wednesday's 125-105 loss to Boston.
Mobley didn't log a double-double in any of his first three games of the regular season, but he's now reached the milestone in back-to-back contests. He tied for the team high in points Wednesday while pacing the Cavs in rebounds. With Darius Garland (toe) sidelined to start the year, Mobley has been tasked with a larger role as a facilitator, and he's dished out at least four assists in four straight games. He averaged 3.2 assists per game during the 2024-25 regular season.
