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Chad Ford unveils his first mock draft of 2013, with Nerlens Noel leading the way.

Story | Conversation | April 09, 2013

Chad Ford examines the 2013 NBA draft options for the Cleveland Cavaliers, who are at risk of once again having the league's worst record, and writes that Kentucky center Nerlens Noel could be the defensive presence they need.

Blog | Conversation | February 01, 2013

Cavaliers forward Tristan Thompson admits to paying for Myck Kabongo's trip to Cleveland.

Fran Fraschilla provides his list of five ideal draft fits, including Jeremy Lamb to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Lamb has star potential and could be a perfect complement for Cavs point guard Kyrie Irving.

Blog | Conversation | June 02, 2012

David Thorpe says UConn big man Andre Drummond might be a good fit for the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Blog | Conversation | May 09, 2012

With the NBA draft lottery finalized following a few tiebreakers, Chad Ford examines each team's odds to land the No. 1 pick (and Anthony Davis), plus players they could target if the lotto doesn't break in their favor.

Blog | Conversation | April 27, 2012

Anthony Davis is clearly the No. 1 choice for NBA teams, but at No. 2, things get decidedly more intriguing. Chad Ford examines who each team would target in the 2-hole.

Blog | Conversation | February 03, 2012

The Mag talks to the pioneering players since the institution of the so-called 'one and done' rule who spent just a year in college before going pro to get their thoughts on their decision and transition to the pros.

No, Tom Izzo isn't going to the NBA. But one year after the Michigan State coach turned down an opportunity to coach the Cleveland Cavaliers, he is a bit troubled by the current state of college sports. In an interview with WOOD-TV, Izzo was as...

The Cleveland Cavaliers made a highly publicized play for Michigan State coach Tom Izzo in June 2010, but Izzo turned down a lucrative financial offer to stay with the Spartans. A year later, Minnesota Timberwolves general manager David Kahn asked a...

Cleveland Cavaliers assistant coach Chris Jent is leaving the team to take a similar position at Ohio State, where he played for four seasons.

The Cavaliers aren't acting as if they've made a decision on the No. 1 overall pick, and according to multiple sources, they are actively discussing a number of possibilities.

The organ that made Robert 'Tractor' Traylor so beloved was the one that failed him.

Robert Traylor, the former NBA and University of Michigan big man nicknamed "Tractor" because of his hulking frame, has died. He was 34.

David Thorpe breaks down the draft needs of the worst five teams in the NBA this season. In a draft that lacks stars, Thorpe says teams should focus on need over upside. And that means a potential surprise with the No. 1 pick.

Blog | Conversation | April 21, 2011

The trade deadline showed what NBA teams think of this season's draft crop, but something else became clear as well -- the Cleveland Cavaliers, likely recipients of the No. 1 overall choice, will target Duke's Kyrie Irving with their top pick.

Blog | Conversation | February 25, 2011