Evan Mobley Takes the Lead in an Unexpected Playoff Stat

The Cleveland Cavaliers shocked the NBA world with a Game 2 victory over the heavily favored Boston Celtics in the second round of the playoffs. After a Game 1 blowout, many believed the Cavaliers would be swept by the Celtics, but they came out determined to make it a series.

Led by Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley, the Cavaliers put up a fight on the Celtics’ home court at TD Garden. Mobley, in particular, has been a standout player in the playoffs, leading the way in dunks with 20 so far, according to StatMuse.

While dunks may not be the most significant stat in a playoff series, Mobley’s performance alongside Mitchell has put the Celtics on notice. The Cavaliers now have the opportunity to make the series competitive by winning a game in Cleveland.

As the series progresses, all eyes will be on how the Cavaliers continue to challenge the top-seeded Celtics. Can Mobley and Mitchell lead their team to an upset victory over the Eastern Conference powerhouse? The basketball world is eagerly awaiting the answer as the underdog Cavaliers look to defy the odds and advance in the playoffs.