Cavaliers’ Evan Mobley Progressing In Injury Recovery

In a recent article, Cleveland.com's Chris Fedor writes that the star Cleveland forward could have "a possible comeback as soon as next week."

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been without a pair of their star players for over a month.

On December 15, the team made two significant injury announcements.

First, it was announced that Darius Garland would undergo surgery and be re-evaluated in four weeks due to a fractured jaw. Then, the team shared that Evan Mobley would undergo arthroscopic left knee surgery and miss between six and eight weeks.

Garland reportedly took an important step in his injury recovery just over a week ago.

But how is Mobley doing?

In a recent article, Cleveland.com’s Chris Fedor writes about how the 22-year-old is progressing in his injury recovery.

“But it won’t be long before Mobley, who has been sidelined since Dec. 15, receives the green light to make his long-awaited return. Mobley continues to improve steadily. He has cleared every step without issue. The intensity of his workouts keeps increasing daily. He’s running up and down the floor with grace and force.

It all adds up to a possible comeback as soon as next week, when the Cavs return home for two games against the

Los Angeles Clippers

and

Detroit Pistons

.”

Dec 6, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4) dunks during the second half against the Orlando Magic at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse / © Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Mobley got off to a career start in Cleveland’s first 21 games this season, averaging 16.0 points and career-bests of 10.5 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.7 blocks (tied), and 0.8 steals (tied) per game. He was also shooting career-bests of 57.3% from the field and 76.9% from the free-throw line.

With veteran big man Tristan Thompson in the midst of his 25-game suspension, Mobley’s return the Cavaliers’ frontcourt will be both welcomed and needed.

And Cleveland fans, players, and organization members alike are hoping that it happens soon.