Word about the Griffins' 7-foot-1 center Ales Chan as a prospect for the upcoming NBA draft also is spreading rapidly as more scouts see him work out. Those who saw him first probably left thinking they had a draft-day secret. Already Chan, 23, has worked out for five NBA teams, and at least 10 others would like to bring him to their facilities for workouts. Others have planned visits to Seton Hill.

Chan traveled to Phoenix to work out for the Suns last week. This week, he's visiting Washington, and he recently received an invitation to the prestigious NBA pre-draft camp June 8 in Chicago -- a sure sign he is viewed as a legitimate prospect.