The 2021-22 season was a transformative one for the Cleveland Cavaliers, as they achieved their first winning record without LeBron James since 1998, finishing with a solid 44-38 record. Led by All-Stars Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen, along with the standout debut of rookie Evan Mobley, the team emerged as a competitive force in the Eastern Conference and secured a spot in the play-in tournament. Despite narrowly missing the playoffs, the season was highlighted by significant growth, a top-tier defense, and the excitement of hosting the NBA All-Star Game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The third overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft and the 2025 Defensive Player of the Year, Evan Mobley is a versatile All-Star big man for the Cleveland Cavaliers who has earned two All-Defensive First Team selections and helped anchor the franchise's elite defense.