Things got a little snippy between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Washington Wizards on Friday night.
There were some words tossed back and forth during the game, but big man Evan Mobley was totally happy with that.
Speaking with Chris Fedor, Mobley talked about other people acting tough and talking trash.
“I like it. Fun little competition. That’s all I have to say about that,” Mobley said.
#Cavs Evan Mobley on the Wizards acting tough with him and talking trash: "I like it. Fun little competition. That's all I have to say about that."
— Chris Fedor (@ChrisFedor) February 8, 2025
Mobley was once again all over Cleveland’s win.
He put up 27 points and seven rebounds during the game.
For the season, Mobley is averaging 18.5 points and 9.0 rebounds and is easily having one of his best seasons ever.
He is a crucial part of all the success Cleveland has found and any questions about his fit in this rotation have been silenced.
He’s not alone, of course, as Jarrett Allen has also been an important key in the frontcourt.
Other teams are trying to bring the Cavaliers down, so it’s only expected that players will attempt to act tough, talk trash, and get in Cleveland’s head.
But it isn’t working and the Cavaliers are only more confident about what they are able to do.
There were doubts about them at the start of the season, but Cleveland has fought through and overcome them.
They remain the best team in the East and the doubters and critics have grown quiet.
But the players on the court will continue to butt heads with them.
It doesn’t bother Mobley and it actually fires him up and allows him to play better.
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