Spencer DaviesNov 26, 2025, 20:20Updated at: Nov 26, 2025, 20:20
Dig into the Cavaliers' recent struggles and take a deep dive into Evan Mobley's game. Is doubt creeping in for the young star?
Spencer German and Spencer Davies drop the latest holiday episode of Courtside with Cavs on Thanksgiving week, looking back on the team's latest stretch.
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The Cleveland Cavaliers are 12-7 as the quarter-pole mark of the season draws nearer. The guys talk about the wine-and-gold's latest shorthanded loss to the Toronto Raptors on yet another second night of a back-to-back following a convincing victory over the Los Angeles Clippers at home the day before.
Evan Mobley's attempt numbers and usage have been extremely inconsistent since the beginning of the season, as he's been trying to find the right balance between scorer and playmaker. Cleveland head coach Kenny Atkinson and Donovan Mitchell have repeatedly come to his defense regarding the number of responsibilities they've put on him. But is Mobley's confidence wavering early as he struggles?
Mitchell is coming off a stretch where he won NBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week yet again in wine-and-gold colors. A look back at his dynamic impact and why he's been so dominant to start the year.
The Cavs have looked very much like themselves when Darius Garland has been on the court. The guys reiterate Garland's importance to Cleveland's offense and why he is the straw that stirs the drink for the wine-and-gold, particularly for Mobley. Plus, an injury update on how the team is looking to handle managing his left great toe.
Speaking of setbacks, Cleveland has continuously dealt with injuries to significant rotational players. Sam Merrill hasn't suited up in nine days, while Jarrett Allen has been out for a week. Craig Porter Jr. also has missed the last two games, and Dean Wade was added to the list on Monday in Toronto. There's a reason the team's identity is in question; players haven't been getting enough reps!
Who are you most thankful for this Thanksgiving with the Cavs? Spencer Squared picks who's been the standout outside of the Core Four before the big holiday.
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