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Evan Mobley Shines as Cavaliers Win 122-116

2026-06-23 · Evan Mobley · Match Report

Evan Mobley had 22 points and tied a career high with 19 rebounds, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 122-116 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night.

What happened?

The Cavaliers went on a 17-3 run over the final minute of the second quarter and first three minutes of the third, outscoring the Hawks 44-20 in the third quarter. Donovan Mitchell scored 31 points, including a pair of free throws to put the Cavaliers up by more than one possession with seconds left.

Why it matters for Evan Mobley

Evan Mobley's performance helped the Cavaliers win their fourth straight game and seventh of eight, solidifying their position in the Eastern Conference. The Cavaliers are now 1/2 game behind the New York Knicks for the third seed.

What comes next?

The Cavaliers will face the Hawks again on Friday in Atlanta for the fourth and final time in the regular season. And the Hawks will look to bounce back from their second consecutive loss, currently sitting one game ahead of the Toronto Raptors for the fifth seed. But the Cavaliers are focused on their own playoff push, with Evan Mobley playing a key role in their success. So the upcoming game against the Hawks will be crucial for both teams. The Cavaliers' win over the Hawks marked their 51st win of the season, with a record of 51-29 as of Wednesday. Evan Mobley's 19 rebounds tied his career high, set previously on February 13, 2023. The Hawks' Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 25 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Cavaliers' strong performance. James Harden added 21 points for the Cavaliers, who are now in a strong position to secure a high seed in the playoffs.

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