Cavs HC Kenny Atkinson’s Evan Mobley-Jarrett Allen pleas finally answered

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson saw his push for greater frontcourt involvement fulfilled during a 136-111 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. Atkinson had publicly urged his squad to feed big men Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen more touches in the paint following a 114-111 loss to Atlanta. The duo responded emphatically against Milwaukee, combining for 52 points and 27 rebounds on 16 field-goal attempts each.

Allen set the early tone by scoring 10 points in the first quarter, finishing with 25 points and 11 rebounds. Mobley added a season-high 27 points, including 13 points in the second quarter. The enhanced involvement allowed Cleveland to score 60 points in the paint, matching its season high.