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CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 14 hours ago
Mobley will sit out the second leg of this back-to-back, and he will be joined by Donovan Mitchell (groin), while James Harden (thumb) is questionable. Jaylon Tyson and Sam Merrill should step into the starting unit, with another spot potentially up for grabs. Jarrett Allen should also see a bump in production as the only big in the starting unit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
4 days ago
Mobley is back after sitting out Friday’s win over the Hornets, which was Cleveland’s second game in as many nights. His return will bump Sam Merrill to the bench, which limits the sharpshooter’s fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
6 days ago
Mobley logged 19 minutes on Thursday, returning to the court after nearly a month on the shelf. It’s not surprising that he’ll sit out the second leg of Cleveland’s back-to-back set due to left calf injury management. Mobley’s absence should mean additional run for Jaylon Tyson, who warrants streaming consideration in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
6 days ago
Mobley was back on the court for the first time since January 26. The combination of his restriction and the blowout limited him to 19 minutes, which was good news for the Cavaliers. Jaylon Tyson moved to the bench, finishing with 11 points, five rebounds, two assists, one block and one three-pointer in 23 minutes. Given the time off, fantasy managers should consider Mobley questionable for Friday’s game in Charlotte. If he sits, Tyson may return to the starting lineup.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
6 days ago
Mobley will return from a calf injury to log his first minutes alongside the newly-acquired James Harden. Jarrett Allen has thrived in Harden’s three games since arriving via trade, so it’ll be interesting to see if Mobley’s return changes things. Regardless, the Cavs will look to secure a sixth-straight win on Thursday.
Source: Serena Winters
CLE • Power Forward • #4
7 days ago
Mobley is good to make his first appearance since straining his calf during a January 26 win over the Magic. While he isn’t guaranteed to start immediately due to a potential minutes restriction, Mobley’s return likely means Jaylon Tyson and Sam Merrill will lose some playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
30 days ago
Mobley suffered a calf injury in Monday’s game against the Magic. A Tuesday MRI revealed a left calf strain. The 24-year-old center is set to miss the next 1-3 weeks before he’s re-evaluated. Dean Wade should continue to start for Cleveland with Mobley sidelined and every Cavaliers starter should see a boost in usage.
Source: Cavaliers
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Mobley followed an inefficient 13-point showing against the Magic on Saturday with a much better overall performance in Monday’s rematch. He shot the ball well, leading him to finish as one of two Cavaliers players to score at least 20 points. Additionally, his solid work on the glass left him just shy of a double-double. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year added a couple of blocks on defense and even chipped in a three-pointer on the end, giving him a fine fantasy basketball performance altogether. He’ll have a chance to put together another good stat line on Wednesday against the Lakers.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Mobley had a rough stretch as a rebounder earlier this month, but the last two games have shown that won’t continue. He recorded his second straight double-double and matched his season high for both points and assists. Mobley has had a strong season overall, though his points, rebounds and shooting percentages are down from last season. He’ll look to stay hot in Orlando on Saturday.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Not only did Mobley record his 16th double-double, but he also matched his season-high with 14 rebounds. Add in the steals and blocks, and this was a good night for Mobley managers, even with the limited scoring. Over the past two weeks, Mobley has offered top-20 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats. The Cavaliers return home to host the Kings on Friday.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
After a modest effort in Monday’s loss to the Jazz, Mobley was more impactful, especially defensively, on Wednesday. He recorded four blocked shots, the sixth time this season he’s either met or exceeded that number. The double-double was Mobley’s first in six games and 15th of the season, and he’s dished out 14 assists over his last two games. He’ll look to replicate Wednesday’s performance when the Cavaliers face the 76ers again on Friday.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
Though he didn’t contribute as much on the glass as he typically does, Mobley was able to pour in the points. This was his highest scoring performance since November. Still, his fantasy impact has been limited recently by a lack of rebounds. He has a total of 18 rebounds over his last four games, which is well below his season average of 8.6 boards per game. He had at least 10 rebounds in the two games prior to this stretch, and he’ll look to get back on track against the Jazz on Monday.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
Mobley’s near-20-point effort on efficient shooting was the highlight of the night for the reigning Defensive Player of the Year. He added in a trio of threes for the seventh time this season, as well. Yet he was unspectacular on the glass and finished with just one stock. Mobley has certainly had better days — he’ll have a chance to put up better numbers on Saturday against this same Timberwolves team.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
Much to the delight of fantasy managers who have him rostered, Mobley continues to rack up the blocked shots. With his four on Sunday, the Cavaliers’ forward/center has tallied 15 over his last four appearances. The height of Mobley’s fantasy ceiling is partly determined by Jarrett Allen’s availability, and he did not play on Sunday due to illness. While he has not reached his lofty ADP (19), Mobley has been a fourth-round player in eight-cat formats over the past week.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
Mobley’s first few games since returning from a calf injury have been rough, but this one was strong. He had his first double-double since his return in his second game back in the starting lineup and was one of three Cavs to record a double-double in this game. Mobley also matched his season high for blocks in the win. It has been a subpar stretch for Cleveland, but if Mobley continues to play like this, they’ll rise back up the standings.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
After coming off the bench in his first two games back from a strained calf, Mobley is back in the starting lineup. However, the Cavaliers will go big, with Sam Merrill heading to the bench while Wade remains with the starters. The other four starters are unchanged.
Source: NBA Lineups
CLE • Power Forward • #4
2 months ago
Mobley only played 20 minutes on Saturday, a byproduct of the Cavaliers getting run out of the gym. However, he did start the second half, replacing Dean Wade (6/3/1/1 with two three-pointers in 18 minutes). Whether that means Mobley will be back in the lineup to begin Week 11 in San Antonio remains to be seen, and there’s also the minutes restriction to consider. For the Cavaliers and those who have Mobley rostered, the sooner he can ditch that restriction, the better.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
2 months ago
Mobley made his return to action far sooner than expected, and he was brought off the bench on Thursday. The forward/center was limited to 25 minutes, and while there wasn’t any defensive production, what Mobley did provide was solid. Dean Wade, whose defending of Jalen Brunson was critical, remained in the starting lineup and finished with six points, four rebounds, two assists and one three-pointer. Wade should remain a starter until Mobley’s restriction is lifted, but his fantasy value still takes a hit.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
2 months ago
Thursday’s game will be Mobley’s first since December 12, when he suffered a strained calf during a win over the Wizards. He was given a timeframe of two to four weeks, so the Cavaliers’ forward/center is back a little earlier than expected. While fantasy managers should expect a minutes restriction of some kind, Mobley doesn’t need to log heavy minutes to have an impact. He will come off the bench, leaving Dean Wade in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
2 months ago
A Christmas miracle? Mobley was said to be out for up to four weeks with a calf injury. His questionable listing gives the 24-year-old center at least a chance of returning Thursday against the Knicks. Mobley would be returning in 12 days from a two to four week injury.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Power Forward • #4
2 months ago
While Mobley played 36 minutes in Friday’s win over the Wizards, he suffered a strained left calf and will be sidelined for a bit. According to the Cavaliers, it’s a Grade 1 strain and Mobley is expected to miss approximately two to four weeks. With Jarrett Allen sidelined by finger injuries on both hands, Dean Wade and Thomas Bryant will figure more prominently in the frontcourt rotation. Wade has played more than Bryant, making him the preferred streaming option if Allen can’t play on Sunday against the Hornets.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
CLE • Power Forward • #4
3 months ago
While he wasn’t his usual efficient self from a shotmaking perspective, Mobley was quite impactful on the offensive end. He produced both inside and outside the arc en route to finishing with 20 or more points for the 12th time this season, and tied a team-high in assists, as well. Mobley didn’t produce any counting stats on the defensive end, which is rare for him, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year. Nonetheless, he put forth some strong production from a fantasy standpoint and continues to put up solid numbers overall.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
3 months ago
Mobley was a late addition to the injury report due to an illness, but it won’t prevent him from suiting up against San Antonio. With Jarrett Allen (finger) sidelined, Mobley will continue to fill the center spot, which leaves him primed for a big night against Luke Kornet and the Spurs.
Source: Chris Fedor
CLE • Power Forward • #4
3 months ago
Mobley popped up as questionable with an illness Friday afternoon ahead of the Cavaliers’ matchup against the Spurs. The 24-year-old center’s status for the game is certainly up in the air. With Jarrett Allen (finger) already ruled out, the Cavaliers could end up relying on Dean Wade and Nae’Qwan Tomlin in the frontcourt.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
3 months ago
With Jarrett Allen (finger) sidelined, there’s more room for Mobley to operate on both ends of the floor. Despite the outcome of Wednesday’s game, Mobley recorded the kind of stat line that fantasy managers hope to see consistently. His five blocked shots were a season-high, and the Cavaliers’ forward/center has provided top-20 fantasy value over the past two weeks. Mobley will look to continue this run on Friday when the Spurs visit.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
3 months ago
After a stellar individual performance in Sunday’s loss to the Celtics, Mobley’s production on Monday was modest by comparison. However, he recorded multiple blocked shots in a game for the 10th time this season, nearly a third of the way to his total for the 2024-25 season (34). With Jarrett Allen (finger) out for a few weeks, fantasy managers hope this is when Mobley will truly explode as a fantasy option.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
3 months ago
Mobley has routinely punished Boston’s undersized frontcourt in recent years, and that pattern held firm as he got whatever he wanted inside with Neemias Queta sidelined — while also knocking down three of six attempts from beyond the arc. The 24-year-old center had a chance to come through in the final seconds but his fadeaway jumper came up short and Cleveland fell just two points shy of pulling off an incredible comeback. The Cavaliers return to action Monday against the Pacers before matchups with the Trail Blazers, Spurs and Warriors to round out a four-game week.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
3 months ago
It wasn’t enough to get the win, but Mobley was able to turn in one of his best statistical performances of the season, which included new season highs for both rebounds and assists. The return of Jarrett Allen (finger) after three straight absences didn’t prevent Mobley from having a big night. A drop in shooting percentages has been the main culprit behind Mobley’s drop in nine-cat value, but performances like this one will make up for inefficient shooting.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
3 months ago
Mobley was one of four Cavaliers players to score in double figures on Monday, though his final line wasn’t his standard. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year finished the night with one stock and tied his third-lowest scoring total of the season. Mobley’s averages thus far have been pretty similar to his career-best 2024-25 season. He hasn’t taken a significant leap, but has been steady. Fantasy managers may be hoping for more moving forward.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
3 months ago
Mobley has recorded double-doubles in both games the Cavaliers played without Jarrett Allen (finger) to end Week 5. While some will focus on the opposition, with Cleveland taking care of the Pacers and Clippers, those two games were reminders of what Mobley can do when he’s the lone big man in the Cavaliers’ lineup. Mobley’s fantasy value hasn’t aligned with his Yahoo! ADP (19) yet, but he’s capable of closing that distance.