Cavs Face Magic Without Mobley as Injury Report Grows

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Cleveland Cavaliers will be without star forward Evan Mobley for their matchup against the Orlando Magic this Sunday due to a right foot contusion. Mobley’s absence marks a significant blow to the Cavs, who are currently on a franchise-record 16-game winning streak.

Mobley, who has excelled this season, was initially listed as questionable after playing over 31 minutes in a recent game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Despite his injury, which is a new addition to the team’s injury report, he has been instrumental in Cleveland’s success, averaging 18.6 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game with a shooting percentage of 56.8% from the field.

The Cavaliers are also dealing with uncertainty surrounding guard Donovan Mitchell, who has been listed as questionable due to a groin injury sustained on March 7 during a win over the Charlotte Hornets. Head coach Kenny Atkinson noted that the injury was not severe, indicating that they are exercising caution with both players’ conditions. “In Charlotte, there was a little bit of soreness,” Atkinson said. “Definitely not something huge…not a huge deal. But I think we err on the side of caution, but he always wants to play.”

As the team prepares for their Sunday game, the stakes are high. The Cavaliers are double-digit favorites against a struggling Magic team. With Mobley sidelined, the pressure will fall on teammates like Jarrett Allen and Darius Garland to step up. Cleveland has shown resilience this season, maintaining a 5-2 record in games where Mobley was unable to compete.

The Cavaliers previously faced the Magic on February 25, overpowering them with a decisive 40-point victory. Even without top players, Cleveland aims to continue their impressive performance.

Cleveland remains comfortably atop the Eastern Conference, holding an eight-and-a-half game lead and focusing on preserving player health as they approach the playoffs. Meanwhile, Orlando will also be without key contributors Jalen Suggs (knee) and Mo Wagner (ACL), while Cole Anthony is still listed as questionable due to a toe injury.

This developing story will be updated with Mobley’s official status as game time approaches. Fans eager for more information are advised to stay tuned to alerts as odds continually shift leading up to tip-off.