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Odds & Ends: Dampier, Lin, Weems, Heat, Varejao

February 9th, 2012 at 4:33pm CST by Luke Adams

Let's take a look at a few links from around the league as we await tonight's renewal of the Lakers/Celtics rivalry in Boston….

In a blog entry for NBA.com, Scott Howard-Cooper discusses Seattle's push for an NBA team, the Warriors' potential trade options, and Chauncey Billups' future.
Hawks coach Larry Drew conceded to Michael Cunningham of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that Erick Dampier isn't in great shape (Twitter link). Atlanta signed Dampier to a 10-day contract to add frontcourt depth.
As Jeremy Lin dominates headlines in New York, teams that could've signed and kept him look back on a missed opportunity. Donnie Nelson talked about the Mavericks' failed attempt to sign Lin (Dallas Morning News link), while Houston GM Daryl Morey tweeted that he should have held on to Lin when he was a Rocket.
Sonny Weems won't be returning to the NBA this season, his agent tells Sportando.
Talking to Adam Beasley of the Miami Herald, Oscar Robertson said the Heat need a center who can consistently record 12 points and 10 boards if they're going to win championships. With respect to the Hall-of-Famer, I think the Heat are talented enough to win a title without a strong presence in the middle.
The Cavaliers won't actively place Anderson Varejao on the trade market, since they likely wouldn't get fair value for him, writes Sam Amico of FOX Sports Ohio.

Cavaliers Receiving Inquiries On Varejao

February 6th, 2012 at 8:19am CST by Luke Adams

The Cavaliers have received calls from a few teams inquiring about the availability of Anderson Varejao, tweets ESPN.com's Marc Stein. However, the 29-year-old's play this season has earned him "near-untouchable status," according to Stein.

Through his first 22 games, Varejao is averaging career highs in points (10.8) and rebounds (11.9) per game, while his rebound rate of 21.7% ranks third in the NBA. The longtime Cav will earn $7.7MM this year and is Cleveland's only non-rookie under contract through the 2014/15 season.

Varejao's strong play this season, along with the Cavaliers' status as a rebuilding club, had led to some recent speculation about the possibility of a trade. Although it looks like they don't intend to make him available, Varejao could potentially net the Cavs multiple draft picks in a deal.

Odds & Ends: Sixers, Cavaliers

February 5th, 2012 at 11:03am CST by Daniel Seco

With a 17-7 record more than a third through the season, the Philadelphia 76ers have been a pleasant surprise under coach Doug Collins. Even with a 20-point loss at home to the Miami Heat on Friday night, the 76ers are atop the Atlantic Division and would be a 3 seed in the Eastern Conference if the season ended today. The Cleveland Cavaliers have also exceeded expectations as the team is nearly halfway to matching its win total from last season. As the NBA trade deadline approaches, both of these teams face important decisions on how to shape their rosters moving forward.

John N. Mitchell of the Philadelphia Inquirer notes that the 76ers have a strong core of players under the age of 23 but wonders if a move must be made to ensure the squad's first division title since 2001. Mitchell lauds Collins for outperforming every other coach in the league as he has gotten more out of the team's talent than anyone thought possible. Collins credits some of his team's success to the fans as the Wells Fargo Center has recently enjoyed a string of sellouts.
Cavaliers general manager Chris Grant will be facing a series of tough decisions as the trade deadline approaches, writes Bob Finnan of The News-Herald. One of the decisions includes figuring out how Anderson Varejao, 29, fits into the team's long-term plans. If traded, Varejao could net the Cavaliers as many as two future first-round draft picks which would allow the team to continue to stockpile young talent.

Cavs Notes: Harangody, Trades, Varejao

February 1st, 2012 at 2:45pm CST by Luke Adams

Let's check out the latest Cavaliers updates, as the team heads south to Orlando for a Friday contest against Dwight Howard and the Magic….

The Cavs officially recalled Luke Harangody from the D-League today, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer beat writers (via Twitter). Harangody, who was assigned to the Canton Charge last week, played in three games before being recalled.
Tom Reed of the Plain Dealer believes Cleveland will be a seller prior to the trade deadline, predicting the team will try to move Antawn Jamison and Ramon Sessions (Twitter links). Steve Kyler of HoopsWorld suggested on Monday that if the Cavs have a shot at making the postseason, they may be reluctant to sell.
In a piece for the Plain Dealer, Reed wonders if Cleveland would consider moving Anderson Varejao, as his value continues to grow.