Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen must step up and be more involved as Cavs face playoff crossroads
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By Chris Fedor
Published on April 29, 2026.
The Cleveland Cavaliers are facing a crucial playoff crossroads, with key players Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, who have been largely overlooked for the team's success. The trio, with 20 combined All-Star appearances, make up nearly 70% of the team’s bloated payroll. Despite a strong performance in Game 3 and 4 against the Toronto Raptors, they need to acknowledge the importance of all four players. In the past, Mobley averaged just 11.5 points on 8 of 24 shooting and 0 of 7 from beyond the arc. Allen's 3-point offensive performance was the second-lowest scoring output of his playoff career, rivaling last year's no-show in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against eventual NBA finalist Indiana. The team's offense has been predictable and Mitchell-and-Harden-centric, with Allen repeatedly ignored and Mobley neutralized. The upcoming Game 5 is set to take place at home.
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