Chris Tomasson of the Beacon Journal reports that the Cleveland Cavalliers are very interested in acquiring Derek Anderson. Cavs General Manager Jim Paxson said Anderson has an interest in returning to the Cavs, but he concedes that it's a ``long shot.''

Also, Samaki Walker has shown interest in the Cavs. He is looking for a 6 year contract using all of the mid-class exception for a package worth nearly $34 million.

Finally, the Cavs appear to be intrigued by Ruben Patterson. Although he has been suspended for the first 5 games of the season for pleading guilty to a sex offense, he would arrive with plenty of baggage.