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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

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 provides a very early look at the 2013 draft. At the moment, the class is considered by some around the league to be one of the weakest in the past several years.

Blog | Conversation | June 29, 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

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 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

Chad Ford breaks down the top NBA prospects among the high school class of 2012.

Blog | Conversation | March 28, 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