The NBA’s elite players share a common trait beyond talent.
They possess unshakeable confidence in their abilities.
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley appears ready to join that exclusive group based on his recent comments about his future potential.
During a fan interaction, someone reminded Mobley of a 2022 prediction that projected him as the league’s Most Valuable Player by 2027.
When asked if he believed such an outcome was realistic, his answer came quickly.
“I think I can do that. That definitely can be true,” Mobley said.
Evan Mobley responds to a fan predicting him to win MVP in 2027:
“I think I can do that. That definitely can be true.”pic.twitter.com/CHMnGoFFTY
— ¹⁰ (@HoodiGarland) August 3, 2025
Those words carry significant weight considering his recent trajectory.
Mobley just completed a breakout campaign that included his first All-Star selection, Defensive Player of the Year honors, and a spot on the All-NBA Second Team.
He averaged 18.5 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 3.2 assists across 71 games while shooting 55.7% from the field and 37% from beyond the arc.
Mobley anchored a Cavaliers squad that finished 64-18 and captured the Eastern Conference’s top seed.
His defensive versatility allows him to guard all five positions, while his offensive skill set continues to expand.
Head coach Kenny Atkinson has openly stated that Mobley “should be in the MVP conversation in the next two to three years.”
That timeline aligns perfectly with the fan’s 2027 prediction.
His ability to stretch defenses and create from the high post makes him a matchup nightmare.
However, reaching MVP status requires another leap forward.
Mobley needs to boost his scoring into the mid-20s range and establish himself as Cleveland’s primary offensive weapon.
Most importantly, he must lead the Cavaliers on a deep postseason run to validate his championship aspirations.
