REPORT: Evan Mobley turned down an invite to the USA Select Team in 2023

Brian Windhorst went on ESPN Radio in Cleveland on Tuesday and said Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley declined an invite to the USA Select Team last year.
Can you think of a reason why Mobley would decline that invitation?
Elevating Evan Mobley's ball handling & playmaking
Evan Mobley tightening his handle and expanding as a playmaker will take pressure off Jarrett Allen and the backcourt. Polishing this area would greatly benefit the Cavaliers because of all the mismatches that could be punished on inverted sets.
Since Kenny Atkinson spent three years as an assistant in Golden State, it wouldn’t be a surprise if he emphasizes to Evan Mobley the importance of emulating Draymond Green’s set-up plays in transition and the half court. With upgraded maneuverability, he could capitalize on more drives to the basket and initiate the offense with higher frequency after a defensive rebound.
Atkinson mentioned wanting to run Allen and Mobley screen rolls at his inaugural press conference, too. This action gives Mitchell, DG and Strus a break, being the cutters or shooters with eyes unfocused on them if the shot isn’t there for the bigs.
Keep in mind that Atkinson was present in Golden State when Kevon Looney and Green, two non-outside threats, worked in the interior. The coach will instruct the passing necessary to suppress a lack of shooting for Allen and Mobley | kingjamesgospe...
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