Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley reportedly becomes the 4th member of the 2021 NBA Draft class to sign a max extension.
The Cleveland Cavaliers are reportedly making versatile big man Evan Mobley the fourth player from the 2021 NBA Draft class to earn a five-year rookie max extension worth at least $224 million, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.
Cleveland Cavaliers F/C Evan Mobley has agreed on a five-year, $224 million maximum rookie contract extension that could become worth as much as $269 million, Joe Smith and Thad Foucher of @wassbasketball tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/sHu5KSb8aM
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 21, 2024
Mobley, drafted No. 3 overall behind Cade Cunningham and Jalen Green, played a career-low 50 games last season, but continued to post consistent averages of 15.7 points, 9.4 rebounds and 1.4 blocks. His 3.2 apg and 57.9% shooting – including 37.3% from 3-point range – represented career-highs.
He earned All-Rookie First Team honors in 2021-22 and All-Defensive First Team honors in 2022-23, though he wasn’t eligible to repeat after failing to reach the 65-game minimum for awards and honors consideration.
