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Chad Ford writes that Marcus Smart's decision to return to college increases the likelihood that Nerlens Noel is drafted No. 1 overall. But not all scouts and GMs are sold on Noel as the top pick just yet.

Blog | Conversation | April 17, 2013

Joe Kaiser offer 10 part-time players who could have surprising value as potential 'trade chips.'

Story | Conversation | January 09, 2013

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

Bradford Doolittle says the James Harden trade doesn't make the Houston Rockets instant contenders, but they are on their way.

Story | Conversation | October 28, 2012

Kentucky's Anthony Davis is the clear choice for the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft, but other prospects also have star potential. Jay Bilas lists five potential NBA stars and six others who have upside but more questions.

Story | Conversation | June 13, 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 breaks down the top potential candidates to fly to the NBA after a single season in college, a field of players led by Anthony Davis of Kentucky

Blog | Conversation | November 08, 2011

Chad Ford breaks down the best NBA draft prospects in the Big 12, with a pair of Baylor Bears at the head of the class.

Blog | Conversation | October 20, 2011

Chad Ford breaks down the top NBA draft prospects in the West bracket of the NCAA tournament. At the top of the list is Arizona Wildcats F Derrick Williams, who scouts believe could be a solid player at the next level.

Blog | Conversation | March 15, 2011

Chad Ford examines prospects in the Midwest Regional of the NCAA tournament, which, not surprisingly, is highlighted by Ohio State's Evan Turner. It's a loaded region, though, and in addition to his top five players, Ford has his eye on a rising sleeper.

Blog | Conversation | March 15, 2010

Trevor Ariza is moving -- again. Headed to his fourth city in six NBA seasons, the newest Rocket showed ESPN The Magazine how the pros pick a house.

Story | Conversation | September 14, 2009

The Magic were down 3-2 against the Celtics when Stan Van Gundy decided to get Dwight Howard involved in more pick-and-rolls. Since switching to that strategy, the Magic have won five of six games.

Story | Conversation | May 28, 2009

Here's what each lottery team might do if it landed one of the top three picks.

Story | Conversation | May 18, 2009

Chad Ford takes a look at the deep freshman class that will impact this year's draft.

Story | Conversation | January 23, 2008

Jay Bilas enjoyed his one-on-one time with six surefire lottery picks.

Story | Conversation | May 25, 2007

As the only member of ESPN.com's NBA panel to pick the Miami Heat to win this series, I want to explain why I saw this coming. And make no mistake, the Heat are going to win this series, maybe in five games but probably in six, which would suit me ju...

Blog | Conversation | May 29, 2006