With star Donovan Mitchell out, injuries are starting to pile up for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Third-year big man Evan Mobley exited Tuesday’s game against the Boston Celtics with an injury during the third quarter. Soon after, the team announced that he sustained a left ankle sprain and would not return. Max Strus had been ruled before the game due to a right knee strain.
Mobley landed awkwardly after an uncontested dunk, immediately grabbing his lower leg when he collapsed. He attempted to jog back down the court, then headed to the bench after the Cavaliers fouled to interrupt the play. Eventually, he limped back to the locker room with a trainer.
The 22-year-old had four points, six rebounds and four assists in 22 minutes of play time.
The Cavaliers entered Tuesday’s matchup sitting at third in the Western Conference. It’s been a rough season for Mobley, who is just now …