Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson praised Evan Mobley's progress as he continues to work his way back from a calf injury. Mobley posted 23 points, 12 rebounds, and four blocks against the Pistons.
Cleveland Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley delivered his best performance since returning from a calf strain, finishing with 23 points, 12 rebounds, and four blocks against the Detroit Pistons.
After the game, Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson said Mobley is starting to look more like himself as he continues to work back from injury.
"Much better, much better. He's starting to catch a groove," Atkinson said per Hoops Rumors. "I can see it, I told him this morning in shoot around, I feel like just more energetic. He's got more confidence. Just seems like when he comes back from injury, it always takes him a little bit to get going."
"So, that might be the most positive thing about this game tonight, we get him kind of playing like that. Making a few threes obviously helps. But just overall, I thought it was really good."
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Now in his fifth NBA season, Mobley has been a cornerstone for Cleveland. Across 315 regular-season games, he has averaged 16.6 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game.
Mobley's resume also includes one All-Star selection and one Defensive Player of the Year award, highlighting his value as one of the league's top two-way big men.
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