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Cavaliers Say Evan Mobley Out 1–3 Weeks With Recurrent Left Calf Strain

The recurrence forces Cleveland to recalibrate rotations during a key stretch before the All-Star break.

WASHINGTON, DC - DECEMBER 12: Marvin Bagley III #35 of the Washington Wizards drives to the basket against Donovan Mitchell #45 and Evan Mobley #4 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first half at Capital One Arena on December 12, 2025 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • MRI testing after Monday’s win in Orlando confirmed a left calf strain, and the team will re-evaluate Mobley within one to three weeks.
  • This is his second left calf strain in about six weeks after missing five games in December with a Grade 1 strain.
  • Cleveland could be without its reigning Defensive Player of the Year for three to seven games, which also puts potential All-Star participation in doubt if he is selected.
  • The Cavaliers have won four straight to reach 28–20, yet ongoing injuries have taxed depth, with Jarrett Allen expected to anchor the paint in Mobley’s absence.
  • Mobley is averaging 17.9 points, 8.8 rebounds and 2.0 blocks, and he logged his 500th career block against the Magic, becoming the youngest Cavalier to reach that mark.