Evan Mobley's Nationality

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Evan Mobley Nationality
Evan Mobley during a Cleveland Cavaliers Media Day (Source: Getty Images)

Evan Mobley is a professional basketball power forward and center who plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA as of March 2025. Mobley's journey to the NBA began at the University of Southern California (USC), where he played college basketball for the USC Trojans. His skills caught the attention of NBA scouts, leading to the Cleveland Cavaliers selecting him as the third overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft.

In his rookie season, Evan Mobley earned the NBA Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month award for October/November 2021. He made history by becoming the first Cleveland rookie since LeBron James to record five blocks in a single game. During his rookie season, Mobley played in 69 games, all as a starter, averaging impressive numbers of 15.0 points, 8.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.7 blocks per game. By his second season, Mobley had already established himself as one of the NBA's best defenders where he finished third in the Defensive Player of the Year voting. His growth continued into the 2023-24 season, where he averaged 15.7 points, 9.4 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game.

What is Evan Mobley's nationality?

Evan Mobley’s nationality is American. He was born in San Diego, California.

Evan Mobley Hometown

Evan Mobley grew up in Temecula, California, a city in Southern California. He went to Rancho Christian School. Mobley played alongside his older brother Isaiah, and they were coached by their father Eric, who was also a former basketball player.

Evan Mobley Birthplace

Evan Mobley was born in San Diego, California on June 18, 2001.

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FAQs on Evan Mobley

A. Evan Mobley plays as a Power Forward and Center for the Clevland Cavaliers in the NBA.

A. Evan Mobley is yet to win an NBA Championship as of March 2025. 

A. Evan Mobley attended Rancho Christian School in Temecula, California.

A. Evan Mobley is 6 feet 11 inches tall. 

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