April 2013 Cleveland Cavaliers Wiretap

21 NBA Teams To Compete In 2013 Vegas Summer League

May 29, 2013 1:52 PM

The 2013 Vegas Summer League will be comprised of 22 teams and run from July 12 to July 22.

Atlanta Hawks (2010-12)
Charlotte Bobcats (2008, 2012)
Chicago Bulls (2005, 2009-12)
Cleveland Cavaliers (2004-12)
Dallas Mavericks (2005-12)
Denver Nuggets (2004-12)
Golden State Warriors (2005-12)
L.A. Clippers (2005-12)
L.A. Lakers (2007-12)
Memphis Grizzlies (2007-12)
Miami Heat (2010-12)
Milwaukee Bucks (2007-12)
Minnesota Timberwolves (2006-12)
NBA D-League Select (2009-12)
New Orleans Pelicans (2005-12)
New York Knicks (2005-12)
Phoenix Suns (2004-12)
Portland Trail Blazers (2005-12)
Sacramento Kings (2005-12)
San Antonio Spurs (2007-12)
Toronto Raptors (2008-12)
Washington Wizards (2004-12)

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Cavaliers, Mavericks, Bobcats Interested In DeMarcus Cousins

May 29, 2013 12:59 PM

The Cleveland Cavaliers, Charlotte Bobcats and Dallas Mavericks are three teams that have interest in trading for DeMarcus Cousins if the new ownership of the Sacramento Kings decide to part ways with their most valued asset, according to sources.

The Bobcats are motivated to turnaround their long rebuilding situation and would surely be willing to build a package for Cousins around the No. 4 pick.

Cousins would be 'Plan C' for the Mavericks if they are unable to sign either Chris Paul or Dwight Howard.

Cousins is entering the final season of his contract before reaching restricted free agency.

Chad Ford/ESPN

Tags: DeMarcus Cousins, Charlotte Hornets, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Sacramento Kings, NBA, NBA Trade Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Noel, Porter, Len Atop Cavaliers' Draft Board

May 29, 2013 12:39 PM

Nerlens Noel remains on top of the draft board of the Cleveland Cavaliers, but sources say Otto Porter Jr. and Alex Len are also being considered.

The Cavaliers spent considerable time scouting Noel throughout his rookie season at Kentucky.

Sources say the Cavaliers have already begun exploring potential trade options for the No. 1 overall pick.

Chad Ford/ESPN

Tags: Nerlens Noel, Alex Len, Otto Porter, Cleveland Cavaliers, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor, NBA NBA Draft, NBA Draft General

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Cavaliers Considering Otto Porter With First Pick

May 24, 2013 10:44 AM

Otto Porter Jr. is under consideration by the Cleveland Cavaliers with the first overall pick, according to a source with knowledge of the team's thinking.

Porter is a sophomore forward out of Georgetown.

Chris Grant selected Tristan Thompson and Dion Waiters higher than most had projected.

Michael Lee/Washington Post

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Calipari: Cavaliers Should Draft Nerlens Noel With Top Pick

May 23, 2013 2:12 PM

Kentucky coach John Calipari wants the Cleveland Cavaliers to draft Nerlens Noel with the first overall pick in this year's NBA draft.

"My hope is they take Nerlens because they do their research and say, 'We need that shot blocker behind what we have. ... We know he's going to gain 40 pounds. We know the trajectory,'" Calipari said. "They know where he was at the beginning of the year and they know how much he improved because they were here.

"They haven't made mistakes. If they pick him, in all likelihood, history tells you something: It's not a mistake, which means it's good for my kid."

The Cavaliers won the draft lottery on Tuesday.

Mary Schmitt Boyer/The Plain Dealer

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Phil Handy Hired By Cavaliers As Assistant Coach

May 22, 2013 1:33 PM

The Cleveland Cavaliers have hired Phil Handy as an assistant coach.

Handy was previously a player development coach with the Los Angeles Lakers.

The Cavaliers hired Mike Brown as head coach this offseason.

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Cavaliers Win Lottery; Magic, Wizards In Top-3

May 21, 2013 9:07 PM

The 2013 NBA Draft Lottery was held on Tuesday in Times Square with the Cleveland Cavaliers winning for the second time in three years and third time in ten years. The Washington Wizards moved up from the eighth slot to draft third.

1. Cleveland Cavaliers
2. Orlando Magic
3. Washington Wizards
4. Charlotte Bobcats
5. Phoenix Suns
6. New Orleans Pelicans
7. Sacramento Kings
8. Detroit Pistons
9. Minnesota Timberwolves
10. Portland Trail Blazers
11. Philadelphia 76ers
12. Toronto Raptors
13. Dallas Mavericks
14. Utah Jazz

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Sources: Rockets Intrigue Dwight Howard

May 21, 2013 10:22 AM

The Houston Rockets have emerged as an attractive free agent possibility for Dwight Howard, according to sources.

Howard became familiar with the area after spending part of two summers ago working with Hakeem Olajuwon.

Howard is also intrigued by the possibility of playing with James Harden.

Howard will engage in the free agency process and is expected to hear pitches from the Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Mavericks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Atlanta Hawks and the Rockets.

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Greg Oden 'Looks Ready To Go'

May 17, 2013 10:46 AM

Greg Oden is attempting to return to the NBA after not playing since 2009.

Oden has received interest from the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat, amongst other teams.

Deshaun Thomas, who attended Ohio State like Oden, said on Thursday that the two have been working out.

"Man, he looks unbelievable," he said at the draft combine. "He's running. He's lifting weights. You might be seeing a comeback. He looks like he's ready to go. He's running, getting in shape. I'll tell you one thing. For a big 7-footer that's all he does, running and getting in shape. He's looking right."

Bob Finnan/News-Herald (h/t: Kelly Dwyer)

Tags: Greg Oden, Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, NBA, NBA Injury

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Cavaliers Appear To Be Targeting Small Forward In Draft

May 16, 2013 11:44 AM

The Cleveland Cavaliers appear to be looking to upgrade at the small forward position in the upcoming NBA draft.

Otto Porter is considered the top-ranked small forward.

“I’m pretty sure the Cavs are praying right now that Otto Porter is there on the board when they draft,” said ESPN draft analyst Chad Ford. “He is a perfect fit for them. If he’s off the board, I do think there is a question mark there. I think ‘3’ is the position they need the most.

“While we thought three was going to be stronger, we thought Shabazz Muhammad would be a guy that would be a great fit there. I think his play at UCLA has raised major question marks whether that’s the case.”

The Cavaliers will have four of the top 33 picks in the June draft.

Bob Finnan/News-Herald

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Lillard, Davis, Beal, Waiters, Barnes On 2013 All-Rookie First Team

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LeBron Talks About Elbow Injury Of 2010 Playoffs

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Cavaliers Receive Permission To Interview Lakers Player Development Coach Phil Handy

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