Evan

Mobley

Mobley played 37 minutes in Friday’s overtime loss to the Pistons, which was the most he’s played since injuring his calf. The 24-year-old center only played 27 minutes on Sunday, but was excellent with 17 points and 13 rebounds. Mobley should have more responsibility in the offense as long as Donovan Mitchell is still sidelined.

Back in the lineup after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks, Mobley played 37 minutes in Friday’s overtime defeat. That’s the most he has played in a game since returning from the strained calf, and the talented forward/center did not experience any issues. That bodes well for Mobley and those who have him rostered, as he will continue to shoulder more responsibility as long as James Harden (thumb) and Donovan Mitchell (groin) remain out.

Wade has been downgraded from doubtful to out for Friday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Evan Mobley is good to go after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks, and his return in this spot means that Jaylon Tyson will remain in the starting lineup.

Wade tweaked his right ankle during Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks, casting some doubt on his availability for Friday’s game. Evan Mobley is off the injury report and can fill the resulting void if Wade sits, which would also mean another start for Jaylon Tyson.

Mobley will be back following a one-game absence. James Harden (thumb) is questionable, while Donovan Mitchell (groin) will remain out. That means there will be a starting spot open for either Jaylon Tyson or Sam Merrill, who both started on Wednesday. However, with Mobley available, one will head back to the bench.

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.

Allen continues to flourish, with the double-double being his fourth in as many games and sixth since the Cavaliers acquired James Harden. While Evan Mobley (12/7/1/1 with one three-pointer) being under a minutes limit has been a factor, that doesn’t nullify the work that Allen has done. Since the trade, he has provided top-50 per-game value in nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster, while sitting just outside of that threshold in eight-cat. With the Cavaliers visiting the Bucks on Wednesday, Mobley may sit for injury management reasons. If so, Allen’s fantasy ceiling will be raised.

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.

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.

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.