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週六，四號種子克利夫蘭騎士隊將在 NBA 季後賽首輪第一場比賽中迎戰五號種子多倫多猛龍隊。埃文·莫布里 (Evan Mobley) 在比賽第二節以一記猛擊將兩名對手放在海報上，引起了人們的注意。

第二節接近結束時，詹姆斯哈登將球傳給底角處即將年滿25歲的大前鋒。莫布里向左側漂亮地突破到禁區中央，繞過了科林·穆雷-博伊爾斯。斯科蒂·巴恩斯試圖幫助防守，但為時已晚。艾文莫布里跳了起來，把它狠狠地砸在了他們兩人的臉上。

埃文·莫布利 (Evan Mobley) 與科林·穆雷·博伊爾斯 (Collin Murray-Boyles) 和斯科蒂·巴恩斯 (SCOTTIE BARNES) 的海報😱pic.twitter.com/kuXBM3Hq8u

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這場比賽當時騎士隊以55-48領先。克里夫蘭以61-54領先進入半場，上半場雙方比數膠著。然而，莫布里的扣籃可能點燃了他的隊友們的熱情，騎士隊在第三節開始時以 21-6 擊敗猛龍隊。

在上賽季獲得年度最佳防守球員獎後，埃文·莫布里繼續成為克利夫蘭的統治者。整個 2025-26 賽季，他的隊友都依賴他在前場的表現。在例行賽出賽的50場比賽中，莫布里場均貢獻18.2分、9.0個籃板、3.6次助攻和1.7次蓋帽，投籃命中率為54.6%，三分線外命中率為29.7%。

儘管騎士隊是東部聯盟的第四種子，但他們只落後第一號種子底特律活塞隊八場比賽。如果騎士隊能夠在 NBA 季後賽中保持火熱狀態，這將是一支能夠繼續前進的球隊。

As of Sunday afternoon, Evan Mobley had played only a handful of roles as the Cleveland Cavaliers’ lone big man and James Harden was running the show. But since Jarrett Allen has been out the last two games due to knee tendinitis, Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson has taken a closer look at the Harden-Mobley tandem, and he’s intrigued by the prospects.

“I want them to come together and work on it more,” Atkinson said after Cleveland’s 115-101 win over the shorthanded Philadelphia 76ers. “I think it could be a really lethal combination. Obviously, with JA, it’s a little different because JA is kind of a lob guy. Evan is a little more controlled in the role.

“I’ve talked to James about it, just to get the two of them together and talk to Evan — how he wants the screening angle, when he wants her to slip, when he wants her to hold him down. With Evan, you can even mingle in pops. But as those guys get a better relationship, go to the gym together a little bit more, I’m excited about it.”

As Atkinson noted, there are plenty of differences between each of the Cavs’ big men in the 5. Allen is one of the best screeners in the NBA, in addition to being one of the fastest rollers in the game. That’s why he and Harden have instantly formed a good rapport.

Mobley usually has to play him when both he and Allen are in the game. He’s more in the dunker spot, or he’s cutting from the corners. There’s still another layer to big-time passing in those situations, out of the pocket catches, or engaging in the high-low action that made the “Tower City” duo so dangerous when they first started playing together in a pick-and-roll heavy offense. But what happens when Alan isn’t there?

“The difference is just distinct,” Atkinson said. “Donovan [Mitchell]Already have rapport and have played one-on-one with Ivan, so with James, it will be something new.

“But who knows? Game 3, first round of the playoffs, you might have to go with a big. You might have to go with Evan as your only 5. It’s great that we’re getting reps in there. I hate to have JA out, but the positive is that James and Evan can get some synergy with that single-big lineup.”

Operating without his frontcourt partner, in the little time he spent with Harden, Mobley had to adapt to his traditional pick-and-roll game to fill the void. Atkinson shared that the two talked about it during Monday’s game.

“He’s got to be even better,” Atkinson said of Mobley. “Teams surround him when he gets into the paint, and he has to be able to read those things fast. But I like when he gathers himself, makes two plays. [feet]. But you still have to read: are they coming, are they staying at home? I’m glad he and James are getting reps in this; Ivan is not used to rolling all the time. I think James can help them perform better. I think Ivan is good, but he can be much better.”

“I have to dominate the paint,” Mobley said during practice last week. “Jarrett plays a big role in it and helps me with it. And if he’s in or he’s out, I have to be that guy to keep the paint down, and set good screens offensively, to make it easier for James to get into that role and be aggressive offensively as well.”

When asked what it took to get used to the new point guard, Mobley pointed to instincts such as when, where and how to set those picks. It helps that he’s been watching Harden “for most of his life,” so nothing surprises him. However, it’s one thing to watch it on television and another to react to it on the floor.

“He’s very confident,” Mobley said. “Not really fast, plays at his own pace. So if there’s a blitz, he’s big, he’s strong, so he can throw it over the top. He throws good passes behind the bigs. He’s not afraid to take risks. There are a lot of advantages with the way he controls the game.”

So far, the Harden-Mobley combination has played 140 possessions without Allen, according to Cleaning the Glass. It’s not a huge sample size, and it’s been a mixed bag of competition, but early returns say Cleveland can get to the free-throw line at will and take care of the basketball with the best of them. The problem is a poor offensive rebounding percentage and an effective field goal percentage of 47.7% which ranks second in the NBA.

Is the eFG% figure distorted by a very poor second quarter performance against the Boston Celtics? Definitely. Despite the missed shots, the offense has not been at its best since losing Allen. Also, defensively, the Cavs are allowing a 33.0 opponent free-throw rate, which is as bad as any, along with a 55.7% eFG%.

Cleveland’s most-used non-Allen quartet has shared 40 possessions with Mobley under center: Harden, Mitchell, Sam Merrill and Dean Wade. This has easily been the most effective; Plus, this is the lineup that beat a shorthanded, undersized Philadelphia 76ers group a day after the C’s took it to the cleaners.

It is not an easy assessment due to the polar ends of the competition on back-to-back days. This does not mean that no lessons have been learned from these last two matches.

Cavs’ James Harden, Evan Mobley want to create advantages for each other

Harden already has priorities in mind to strengthen their on-court bond.

“I’m trying to figure out, ‘How can I be aggressive and make the team better?’ Because that’s a plus, but also putting him in a better position,” Harden said. “Depending on who is guarding us, like if it’s his big safety and they’re in like a drop coverage, try to get down and hit him in the pocket.

“Or if they’re switching and they have two guys of similar size, or I think they have a mismatch, he’s got to get the ball into a better position closer to the rim where he can make a move or two and he’s at the rim. It’s literally going to be possession by possession. The more opportunities we can get on the court, the better we’ll be.”

Conversely, Mobley also believes it is on him to put Harden in spots where he can succeed.

“That pick-and-roll, just hitting my screen hard,” Mobley said. “They’re going to put the best guard on him, [so] Making sure we keep him away from James, get him into space, and maybe get the switch. And then roll hard, make yourself a threat so it will be easier for him to land.”

While taking nothing away from his versatility, Mobley is not in the same company as Allen when it comes to screening defenders. He is more successful as a ghoster or brusher than attacking an opponent and stopping him in his tracks. He’s also more of a baseline lob threat than he is over the top on a straight line.

Cleveland should utilize Mobley’s strength off the dribble handoffs with Harden, as it does with Merrill on the break. This could generate some momentum to turn the corner on either side of the half court, allowing the veteran star to go down with less need to break down his opponent. As Harden mentioned, this could potentially create a mismatched relationship for both of them to exploit.

Lately, Harden has also had a penchant for playing out of the post with his back to the basket; Maybe Mobley could do some cutting like movement wing when he’s drawing defenders on the block? The seven-footer may elect to spot up for a triple, then attack off the dribble after a pump fake.

Or maybe they continued linking up on the 70-foot alley-oop, because that last one seemed too easy.

Whatever route the Cavs choose to go, these are invaluable reps for Harden and Mobley as the season begins to wind down.

The Cleveland Cavaliers host the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. Neither Donovan Mitchell nor Evan Mobley are listed on the injury report for the second half of the back-to-back. The Cavs have a laundry list of names to consider before the tilt, including Jarrett Allen, Max Strus and more. The Sixers will be without Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and VJ Edgecombe, among others.

Here’s everything we know about Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley’s playing status against the 76ers, as well as their teammates.

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Injury status of Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley for Cavs vs. 76ers

When it comes to the question of whether Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley are playing in tonight’s Cavs vs. 76ers matchup, the answer is yes.

After missing two weeks of action, Mitchell returned from a groin strain on Sunday to turn in a commendable effort against the Boston Celtics in a 109-98 loss. The Cavs’ star guard finished with 30 points, seven rebounds, five assists and two blocks in 34 minutes. Mobley is set to go into Monday’s meet, marking the first time he has played in two consecutive games since returning from a left calf strain following the All-Star break.

James Harden is available for Cleveland to continue playing despite a fractured right thumb. The same goes for Keon Ellis, who is dealing with a broken left finger. Dean Wade is likely with a sprained right ankle, and, as close as the start of the season seems to be for Max Strus, he has not yet returned for the Cavs.

The Sixers will be without three of their key players in Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and Paul George. Philadelphia is also going to be without standout rookie VJ Edgecombe due to a back injury. Kelly Oubre Jr. will be able to play in Cleveland.

Cavs injury report

Jarrett Allen: Out (tendinitis of the right knee)

James Harden: Available (fracture in right thumb)

Keon Ellis: Available (Fracture of left index finger)

Dean Wade: probable (sprained right ankle)

Tyrese Proctor: Out (right quadriceps strain)

Max Strus: Out (left leg surgery)

OLIVIER SARR: AUGUST (Two-Way G League Assignment)

76ers injury report

Tyrese Maxey: Out (sprained right finger)

Joel Embiid: Out (right oblique stretch)

Paul George: Out (league suspension)

VJ Edgecombe: Out (lunar fusion)

Kelly Oubre Jr: Available (recovering from left knee injury)

John Broom: Out (right knee surgery)

Once Evan Mobley put together an All-NBA and Defensive Player of the Year season for the Cleveland Cavaliers, the standard was set. Teammates, coaches, fans and the media were talking about the seven-foot-tall player all summer long and tossing his name into MVP conversations without hesitation. So, in turn, any lack of meeting those expectations is considered a failure by some, and perhaps, based on how steadfast the praise was at last year’s All-Star Game and Mobley’s own words, that’s justified.

Now that Darius Garland is in Los Angeles, it appears the microscope has zoomed in a lot on the 24-year-old forward. People crank that dial when the Cavs lose, and especially on national television.

Although he had a catch-and-drive dunk and a jump hook, Mobley missed a few threes in the final 3:20 of the game when his team was still within striking distance. And despite holding Chet Holmgren to an average scoring game, OKC’s power forward grabbed 15 rebounds compared to Cleveland’s two. They weren’t face-to-face every minute of the game, but that’s a worrying discrepancy.

The Oklahoma City Thunder had all 13 offensive rebounds from Sunday.

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Mobley deserves criticism for that part of the contest. Even if he’s out of position on most Cavs possessions due to the switch-heavy scheme defensively, recording two total rebounds at that size is absolutely unacceptable. Track the ball and catch it. When you have it in your hand, be strong with it, hold it high, and don’t let the opponent take it away from you.

Should he really be to blame for most of the Thunder’s extra chances? No, there were three examples, maybe fourWhere Mobley could have done a better job on the defensive glass was unrelated to the back-iron misses that found OKC’s perimeter players away from the paint.

• At 7:26 of the second quarter, he hung up on Jaylin Williams to make sure he didn’t miss a three; However, when Jared McCann’s floater went haywire, he waited too long to mingle with his teammates, who should have done so themselves due to the 3-on-2 advantage.
• Similarly, at 9:19 of the fourth, Mobley did not want to let a red-hot Cason Wallace get a free look in the left corner, so he tried to set up a contest time on Holmgren through the middle while driving; This forced a miss that rolled off the rim, but neither he nor Donovan Mitchell came up with it.
• Although with a strong position, Mobley was outclassed by Hartenstein at the 2:30 mark of the final frame, allowing Lou Dort to push him back to the top of the floor.

Evan Mobley’s frequently changing Cavs responsibilities

Let’s step away from the rebounding thing for just a minute and turn to Mobley’s extensive offensive game. The Cavs put the ball in his hands early in a point-forward type role in the first few weeks of the year. It was experimental because that’s what you do in the regular season. He was bringing it up and getting started, and when he didn’t have it, he was pulling up the floor. It was more dribble drives, separation, self-composition and kicking out than off-ball work.

Then, as the campaign progressed, Cleveland wanted to put Mobley in a better position to succeed with less management, as in 2024–25. That meant using him as a mid-floor hub, putting him in screens-and-slips, and getting him close to the bucket. Mobley burst onto the scene in early December and recorded four consecutive double-double performances before going down with a left calf injury. He was sidelined for five short games, then returned at Christmas.

After finding his footing again, Mobley enjoyed a solid month of January, including his best game of the season. He scored 29 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks in 35 minutes against the Sacramento Kings. He did not turn it over even once and walked out of the field after scoring 13 runs out of 24. Unfortunately, after another solid performance in Game 2 of the home-and-home series with the Orlando Magic, Mobley experienced more pain in the same calf. He missed the entire season through January 28 during the NBA All-Star break.

Returning to a very different team, James Harden is now their point guard, which changes the calculus for what Mobley needs to do. At best, on this team, he is the third scoring option. It was different a few months ago, so there needs to be an adjustment on his (and Harden’s) part.

Jarrett Allen is already the quintessential pick-and-roll partner for Harden, so where does that leave Mobley? Well, for one, Cleveland needs to get him into the dunker spot right this very moment. He should have plenty of opportunities to capitalize on the seriousness he possesses as both a ball-handler and roller. In particular, alley-oops from Harden or Allen should be common.

Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson noted that Mobley’s popping could also be used as a weapon. They sure as heck aren’t shooting the three well right now, which may be due to a lack of lift from the shin, but he’s still a confidently capable mid-range shooter. If opportunities arise, he will have to take them. Atkinson also sees opportunities to quickly find mismatches at small forwards and guards in double-big lineups. When that happens, Harden can be counted on to feed him.

We’ll also see Mobley without Harden and Allen on the floor with Mitchell. The staggering choice allows for optionality in terms of style of play. Both of them had a lot of success last year and a good chemistry has been established between them, which will give both of them a chance to be as successful as ever. Adding Schroder to that mix also helps as his downhill nature forces defenses to stop the ball.

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Many people are casually leaving out Mobley’s defensive skills when evaluating his game. Being a top-tier tackler who shuts down driving lanes, runs to the corners to compete, and replaces all shots in a single possession doesn’t make a highlight reel unless you’re a coach. It’s a tough business to be in, as in that department, Mobley is one of them. Find another player his size who covers as much ground, switches seamlessly, and recovers just like him.

Sadly, making lots of money also comes with noise. Mobley has had a poor offensive season, and it shows in his season-long production numbers. Does this mean that he has performed well as a basketball player? no way. He will turn 25 in mid-June. Given Cleveland’s push and pull with his offensive responsibilities, a troublesome calf that kept him out twice, and readjusting to life with a new floor general, it’s understandable that Mobley doesn’t have everything figured out at this point.

However, the Cavs have exaggerated the timeline. He was originally crowned after an undefeated extension of the trade-deadline. Garland, his old core four two-man-game partner, has moved to the West Coast. The Giants are in the building now, hardening the locker room significantly so the team can really prepare for the playoffs.

Expectations are sky-high for this fresh-wine-and-gold group, so anything less than greatness will receive a scathing response, whether that’s warranted long-term or a momentary reaction in the heat of battle. That means Mobley will have to quickly adapt to what is being asked of him and take on a role that has once again changed.

Whether that’s fair or not, that’s just the reality of the situation.

The Cleveland Cavaliers will take on the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night on the second night of a back-to-back after a blowout win over the Brooklyn Nets. Evan Mobley has been ruled out on the injury report, while Naquan Tomlin is listed as probable. The Hornets will be without several key players.

Here’s everything we know about the game situation for Evan Mobley vs. the Hornets.

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Evan Mobley’s injury status vs. Hornets

When it comes to the question of whether Evan Mobley is playing tonight against the Hornets, the answer is no.

In his first game after suffering a second left calf injury, Mobley produced 10 points, nine rebounds, two assists and one block in 19 minutes of action. This was the first game he played with Cleveland’s new players. Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson thought he was showing signs of rust in his opener on Thursday, then he found out.

Atkinson said, “I thought his second term was better, a little more improvement.” “The defense was better, but you know how it is. He’s obviously on a minutes restriction. So it wasn’t easy for him to get into the flow.”

“It was nice to get back out there and play with some new guys, build relationships with them, grow that relationship,” Mobley said. “I think it’s a good first game… I think we have a great team. A lot of new guys coming in, a whole new team, but I think everybody is performing very well. Everybody is performing very well. Dennis [Schroder]How can he get down the slope, Keon [Ellis]His defense, and James Harden, obviously. I love our pieces.

Naquan Tomlin is likely headed to the Cavs after missing the Brooklyn game.

Charlotte’s Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabate are still serving suspensions for their roles in the brawl with the Detroit Pistons.

The Hornets are still waiting to see Coby White make his debut for the team after his acquisition from the Chicago Bulls as he deals with a left calf strain. Charlotte will also be without veteran Grant Williams and rookie Liam McNally.

Cavs injury report

Naquan Tomlin: Potential (pain in left calf)

Evan Mobley: Out (Left Calf Injury Management)

Max Strus: Out (left leg surgery)

Riley Minix: Out (Two-Way G League Assignment)

hornet injury report

Miles Bridge: Outside (league suspension)

Moussa Diabate: Out (league suspension)

Coby White: Out (left calf strain)

Grant Williams: Out (right knee injury management)

Liam McNally: Out (sprained left ankle)

The Cleveland Cavaliers will take on the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday night to tip off post-All-Star break play at Rocket Arena. Evan Mobley is not listed on the injury report, meaning he will play his first game since January 26. Dean Wade will also be in action for the first time since February 4. The Nets will be without Nick Claxton for the second consecutive game.

Here’s everything we know about Evan Mobley’s state of play vs. the Nets.

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Evan Mobley’s injury status vs. Nets

When it comes to the question of whether Evan Mobley is playing against the Nets tonight, the answer is yes.

Mobley has been ruled out of Cleveland’s last seven games after experiencing left calf soreness for the second time this season. Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson shared that he and Dean Wade were looking forward to playing after fully participating in Wednesday’s practice.

In his last contest, Mobley scored 20 points, 9 rebounds and 2 blocks in a win over the Orlando Magic. Wade has been one of Cleveland’s top perimeter defenders as always, so we’ll see how he looks as he returns from his left ankle sprain. He will be a key component with Naquan Tomlin out due to a left calf strain.

The Nets will miss Claxton for the second straight game. Josh Minot, who was recently acquired before the trade deadline, is on G League assignment with Long Island. He will be joined by rookie Ben Saraf of Brooklyn, as well as the team’s three two-way players.

Cavs injury report

Naquan Tomlin: Out (pain in left calf)

Max Strus: Out (left leg surgery)

Tristan Enaruna: Out (Two-Way G League Assignment)

Emmanuel Miller: Out (Two-Way G League Assignment)

Riley Minix: Out (Two-Way G League Assignment)

net injury report

Nick Claxton: Out (sprained right ankle)

Ben Nerve: Out (G League assignment)

Josh Minott: Out (G League assignment)

EJ Liddell: Out (Two-Way G League Assignment)

Tyson Etienne: Out (Two-Way G League Assignment)

Cheney Johnson: Out (Two-Way G League Assignment)

有幾位頗具影響力的 NBA 球員似乎總是處於超級巨星的風口浪尖，但卻無法躋身聯盟的上層梯隊。埃文·莫布里尚未進入這個精英領域，因此克利夫蘭騎士隊也沒有進入這個精英領域（26-20）。這位 24 歲的球員在獲得年度最佳防守球員榮譽後，已經是一位頗有成就的大個子，但球迷和專家都相信他在進攻方面還可以提升到另一個水平。嗯，週六他的表現確實有所提升。

在克利夫蘭客場對陣奧蘭多魔術隊（23-20）的比賽中，這位騎士隊明星大前鋒展示了球隊所需的強度。莫布里沒有受到保羅·班切羅的影響，他攻擊籃筐，並在這位 2022-23 年度最佳新秀的頭上扣籃。他精力充沛，勢不可擋，竭盡全力在這場有趣的東部比賽中早早定下基調。

不幸的是，正如本賽季的情況一樣，莫布里正在努力保持進攻節奏。半場結束時，他10投3中，三分球3次全部失手。

埃文·莫布里 (Evan Mobley) 與保羅·班切羅 (Paolo Banchero) 的海報😳pic.twitter.com/KEeZDXop0B

— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) 2026 年 1 月 25 日

多諾萬·米切爾繼續在進攻端承擔起巨大的責任，以 48.2% 的命中率拿下 29.0 分。他接受了最高職位，但他可以使用另一個阿爾法來真正分擔他的負擔。也許莫布里注定只會有零星的火山噴發。即使他在比賽中沒有邁出下一步，這位 2025 年全明星球員仍然是一位不可否認的改變者，他在防守上表現出色，場均得分仍然達到 18.0 分。

然而，如果埃文·莫布里能夠成為米切爾毫無疑問可靠的二號人物，那麼騎士隊應該有合法的東部冠軍頭銜。粉絲們厭倦了假設。他們希望看到完全釋放的莫布里向前邁進。不管公平與否，他的進攻穩定性可能決定克利夫蘭 2026 年的上限。

從更微觀的角度來看，他的表現可能決定今晚奧蘭多的結果。半場結束，騎士隊以55-48領先魔術隊。

週五晚上，克利夫蘭騎士隊迎來了他們的標誌性時刻，而且這一時刻來得很明顯。比賽還剩 8 秒，比賽懸而未決時，埃文·莫布里 (Evan Mobley) 雙手扣籃，幫助費城 76 人隊以 117-115 獲勝。這場比賽為比賽后期的沉著執行畫上了圓滿的句號。朗佐·鮑爾（Lonzo Ball）發界外球給杰倫·泰森（Jaylon Tyson），後者突破底線，完美傳球給莫布里（Mobley），取得決定性的勝利。費城隊的泰瑞斯·馬克西 (Tyrese Maxey) 錯過了終場哨聲的絕望投籃，克利夫蘭隊贏得了本賽季的第 24 場胜利。莫布里全場得到15分、5個籃板、4次助攻和4次蓋帽。在最重要的時候，他把兩端都固定住了。

埃文·莫布里 (Evan Mobley) 為騎士隊贏得了勝利 😤

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— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) 2026 年 1 月 17 日

這場胜利與這個以耐心進步為特徵的賽季完美契合。克利夫蘭戰績為 24-19。他們目前在中部賽區排名第二，在東部聯盟排名第六。騎士隊場均進攻得分為 120.1 分，在 NBA 中排名第四。當然，矛盾已經浮現出來。然而，鮑爾和小拉里·南斯的加盟幫助穩定了輪換陣容。他們補充了多諾萬·米切爾的得分能力，後者繼續以每晚職業生涯最高的 29.7 分加快進攻步伐。

對於莫布里來說，這一時刻凸顯了雙向權威的一個賽季。場均17.9分、8.7個籃板和4.1次助攻，場均1.9次蓋帽仍然是防守基石。 12月因小腿拉傷短暫缺席後，莫布里的表現突飛猛進。他將及時的進攻與精英的籃筐保護結合起來。週五的扣籃宣告了克利夫蘭的終結者也可以穿 4 號球衣。