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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

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 takes a look at five seniors who have the potential to climb draft boards this season in advance of the 2013 draft.

Blog | Conversation | November 23, 2012

Chad Ford evaluates every position group in this year's NBA draft class, looking at the top 10 prospects in each. The point guard and center classes look weak, but the 2012 draft is loaded with talent at the power forward position.

Blog | Conversation | May 08, 2012

Chad Ford says KU's Thomas Robinson's body is ready for the NBA but wonders if he's tall enough.

Blog | Conversation | April 09, 2012

Chad Ford examines the NBA draft stock impact on the prospects of Kentucky, Kansas, Ohio State and Louisville following the Final Four.

Blog | Conversation | April 03, 2012

Chad Ford looks at 10 players NBA scouts will be watching intently at the Final Four in New Orleans. The top of the list is no surprise -- Anthony Davis -- but a stealthy prospect from Kansas will attract attention, as well.

Blog | Conversation | March 30, 2012

As news about his future decision emerged over the weekend, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist continued his dominance in the NCAA tournament. And he wasn't the only UK Wildcat on the rise.

Blog | Conversation | March 26, 2012

Chad Ford said Royce White's stock is rising but not without some concerns.

Blog | Conversation | March 19, 2012

The spotlight is on the NCAA tournament, and here are the top 5 NBA prospects in its Midwest Region.

Blog | Conversation | March 14, 2012

Chad Ford asks NBA executives which players really belong at the top of the draft?

Blog | Conversation | February 28, 2012

ESPN Insider Chad Ford provides scouting reports on all the top prospects from the Maui Invitational.

Blog | Conversation | November 25, 2011

Chad Ford checks in on the summer stock of several top NBA draft prospects. Though Anthony Davis and Harrison Barnes are no strangers to draftniks, a big Pitt recruit and senior guard from UC Santa Barbara have placed themselves squarely on scouts' radar.

Blog | Conversation | September 07, 2011

Chad Ford checks in with more observations from the Las Vegas workouts of several prospects, including Josh Selby, who showcased lottery-level talent and has the potential to shoot up draft boards.

Blog | Conversation | May 13, 2011

Chad Ford breaks down what scouts will be watching for in Sweet 16 matchups and identifies the players who could secure their draft position with big games in the Sweet 16.

Blog | Conversation | March 24, 2011