Born on June 18, 2001, Evan Mobley has quickly risen in the NBA with his outstanding performances on the court, as the power forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Mobley's journey began under his father, Eric Mobley, himself a former basketball player. This early start in basketball set Mobley on a path to success. During his time at Rancho Christian School in California, Mobley earned the California Gatorade Player of the Year award twice. His talent continued to shine brightly, and by his senior year, he was also named The Press-Enterprise player of the year.
Mobley went to the University of Southern California, and played for the USC Trojans. In his freshman year at the University he was named the Freshman Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and Pac-12 Player of the Year. In 2021, Mobley was drafted with the third overall pick by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Draft. He went on to become the first rookie to get five blocks in a game after LeBron James in 2004. He was also named the NBA Rookie of the Year, for his outstanding performance on both ends of the court.
Evan Mobley showcased his exceptional performance in the 2022-23 season leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to the playoffs in five years. In a game against the Milwaukee Bucks, Mobley scored career-high 38 points without a single 3 pointer. He was also named to the NBA All-Defensive Team in the season. Also his average of 16.2 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game placed him third in the Defensive Player of the Year voting.
Evan Mobley Career 3s
Evan Mobley has hit a total of 46 three-pointers in his NBA career, shooting 23.6% from the three-point line. Mobley's ability to score three-pointers adds a crucial layer to the Cleveland Cavaliers' offensive strategy. His shooting from distance helps the team in several ways. First, it spreads out the opponents on the court. Second, it helps get his opponents free for a dime. Third, this enables him to drop a jab and push open a lane to the rim.
Furthermore, Mobley's towering height (7 feet), and his wingspan of 7 feet 4 inches, give him an edge in making three-point shots. His long arms assists him to shoot over defenders more easily than shorter players.
FAQs
A. Evan Mobley is 22 years old, as of October 2023.
A. The net worth of Evan Mobley is around $10 million.
A. Evan Mobley’s father is Eric Mobley, who is a former basketball player, and his mother is Nicol Mobley, an elementary school teacher by profession.
A. In his rookie season for the Cavaliers, Mobley averaged 15 points, 8.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.7 blocks per game.
A. Mobley earns an annual salary of $9 Million on a four-year $36 Million contract.
