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Chad Ford provides his latest Big Board of the top 30 prospects for the 2013 NBA draft, with Kentucky big man Nerlens Noel retaining the No. 1 spot.

Story | Conversation | April 16, 2013

Chad Ford provides his latest Big Board of the top 30 prospects for the 2013 NBA draft, with Kentucky big man Nerlens Noel retaining the No. 1 spot. Michigan point guard Trey Burke has climbed up the board based on his exceptional recent play.

Story | Conversation | April 01, 2013

Chad Ford provides his latest Big Board of the top 30 prospects for the 2013 NBA draft, with Kentucky big man Nerlens Noel back in the No. 1 spot. Michigan point guard Trey Burke has climbed up the board based on exceptional play as of late.

Story | Conversation | March 25, 2013

Chad Ford writes that Kentucky has the potential to have a historic NBA draft class next season, based on current players who could return and the Wildcats' incoming freshman class.

Blog | Conversation | March 22, 2013

Chad Ford says there are several top NBA prospects who need to impress during next week's conference championships.

Blog | Conversation | March 08, 2013

Chad Ford provides his latest Big Board of the top 30 prospects for the 2013 NBA draft, with Nerlens Noel dropping from the top spot because of his season-ending injury.

Story | Conversation | February 14, 2013

Chad Ford says Kentucky big man Nerlens Noel remains the closest thing to a No. 1 draft pick so far this season.

Blog | Conversation | February 07, 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

In the second edition of his NBA draft Big Board, Chad Ford ranks the top 30 prospects for the 2013 NBA draft. Kentucky freshman Nerlens Noel retains his No. 1 spot, but several big names move up and down the list.

Story | Conversation | January 30, 2013

In the debut of his NBA draft Big Board, Chad Ford ranks the top 30 prospects for the 2013 NBA draft, with Kentucky freshman Nerlens Noel holding down the No. 1 spot.

Story | Conversation | January 16, 2013

Chad Ford says besides the big three of Cody Zeller, Shabazz Muhammad and Nerlens Noel, three other players are also possible No. 1 picks for the 2013 draft.

Blog | Conversation | December 07, 2012

Chad Ford ranks the top freshmen in college basketball in terms of their draft potential, with Kentucky's freshmen class well-represented.

Blog | Conversation | November 15, 2012

Chad Ford ranks the top-5 NBA prospects in the SEC heading into the 2012-13 college basketball season, with Kentucky once again appearing to be loaded with NBA talent.

Blog | Conversation | October 11, 2012

Chad Ford says despite his faults, UConn big man Andre Drummond's physical gifts are worth the risk.

Blog | Conversation | May 30, 2012

With sources indicating that Kentucky's starting five -- Anthony Davis, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, Doron Lamb, Marquis Teague and Terrence Jones -- will declare for the NBA draft, Chad Ford explores the possibility that they could all be selected in Rd. 1.

Blog | Conversation | April 16, 2012

Chad Ford evaluates the stock of Florida Gators guard Bradley Beal, who could go as high as No. 2 overall in the upcoming NBA draft.

Blog | Conversation | April 13, 2012