Evan Mobley return 'probable' on Saturday night for Cleveland Cavaliers
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Saturday 27 November 2021 15:44, UK
Cavaliers fast-starting rookie forward Evan Mobley could return to the line-up this weekend after missing less than two weeks with a sprained right elbow.
Mobley, who is among the favourites for the Rookie of the Year award following his outstanding start to the season, got hurt on November 15 against Boston. At the time, the Cavs estimated he could be out for as long as one month. However, the No. 3 overall pick has made quick progress and is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Orlando Magic.
The Cavs lost to the Celtics on the night Mobley was injured while batting Boston big man Enes Kanter under the basket. Cleveland, which has been hit hard by injuries, has dropped its last four games without Mobley.
He's been among the NBA's top rookies through the season's first six weeks, and Mobley's return could help the young Cavs get untracked. Cleveland lost leading scorer Collin Sexton for the season with a knee injury.
The 20-year-old Mobley averaged 14.6 points and 8.0 rebounds in his first 15 games. He's been equally effective on defense, averaging 1.6 blocks and being amongst the league's leaders in contested shots.
