It's only natural to compare Duke and soon-to-be Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving to the Washington Wizards John Wall and the Chicago Bulls Derrick Rose. After Thursday evening, it will mark three years in a row that a point guard went first overall, so this juxtaposition of the three franchise floor generals will continue on for many years. Irving was been as … [Read more...] about How does Kyrie Irving Compare to NBA #1 Overall Picks Derrick Rose, John Wall?
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Duke’s Kyrie Irving Ready to be a #1 Pick Franchise Player?
It is thought, but not confirmed that the Cleveland Cavaliers will take Duke point guard Kyrie Irving Thursday night with the #1 overall pick in the NBA Draft. The Cavs haven't told him he'll be the first overall selection, but it is likely between him and Derrick Williams, and conventional wisdom seems to be leaning towards Irving. With his numbers: 17.5 points per game, … [Read more...] about Duke’s Kyrie Irving Ready to be a #1 Pick Franchise Player?
What the Cavaliers should do with their draft picks
The Cleveland Cavaliers are coming off a dismal season in which the team created new records for futility (losing 26 games in a row, in case you forgot). However, with the first and fourth pick the 2011 NBA Draft, the Cavs have been handed a golden opportunity to right the ship. Now, all management has to do is not mess it up. … [Read more...] about What the Cavaliers should do with their draft picks
Duke’s Kyrie Irving, #1 Overall Pick? (NBA Draft Combine Video)
There seems to be a consensus #1 regarding the 2011 NBA Draft- Duke's franchise building point guard Kyrie Irving. Although, the Cleveland Cavaliers do have some strength at the position, so they may consider Arizona's Derrick Williams at the #1 spot. Irving probably will go #1 despite playing in just 8 college basketball games, but if the Cavs don't take him, I'm sure the … [Read more...] about Duke’s Kyrie Irving, #1 Overall Pick? (NBA Draft Combine Video)
Cleveland Cavaliers Drafting Hometown Kid David Lighty from OSU?
Former Ohio State Buckeyes wing David Lighty, the last member of the "Thad Five" to enter the NBA, grew up a huge Cleveland Cavaliers fan. Lighty talked at the NBA Draft combine about the prospect of playing for his hometown team. "I'm pretty sure I will work out with the cleveland cavaliers, but I'm not sure when. It's getting set up as we speak," Lighty said. "It … [Read more...] about Cleveland Cavaliers Drafting Hometown Kid David Lighty from OSU?
Cleveland Cavaliers Get #1 and #4 Picks in NBA Draft Lottery
This NBA Draft Lottery is like working out on a stair-master- guaranteed to make the calves stronger. (That joke works a lot better when it's said, not typed) The Cleveland Cavs will get much stronger come June 23rd when they'll have the 1st and 4th overall picks. Yes, the Cavaliers have the #1 and #4 overall choices in this year's NBA Draft. It's a nice way for the … [Read more...] about Cleveland Cavaliers Get #1 and #4 Picks in NBA Draft Lottery
Baron Davis Still a Dangerous Weapon for Cleveland Cavaliers
Fans in Toronto got a firsthand look tonight at why teams around the NBA still need to fear the beard. Baron Davis played like a man possessed as he dished out nine dimes while scoring eight points in the first half. He continued to roll in the second half and finished the game with 19 points and a game-high 12 assists along with a couple of huge daggers in the fourth … [Read more...] about Baron Davis Still a Dangerous Weapon for Cleveland Cavaliers
Cleveland Cavaliers Break their own NBA Record Losing Streak!
Get ready for another round of the much-deserved “Cleveland is the most tortured sports city of all” type stories. It’ll be exactly like what the media produced following Lebron James' official departure. Perhaps Joe Posnanski will write another piece about how everything in Cleveland has a depressing (or at least slightly dark) sounding name. With a total of 52 games played … [Read more...] about Cleveland Cavaliers Break their own NBA Record Losing Streak!