Embiid visits as Cavs ponder No. 1
As they look for a new coach, the Cavaliers are taking a close take a look at a fascinating gamer.
Former Kansas center Joel Embiid worked out Wednesday for the Cavs, that are attempting to choose what to do with the No. 1 overall selection in this month's NBA draft.
The 7-foot Embiid, who has actually just been playing basketball for a few years, arrived in Cleveland on Tuesday evening for his check out, the Cavs verified. The Cavs are eager to leave Embiid through an extensive physical examination as there have actually been worries about the 18-year-old's back.
Embiid missed out on the tail end of his fresher season with the Jayhawks due to what was referred to as an anxiety crack in his reduced back. Embiid did not attend the organization's pre-draft incorporate last month in Chicago, and his medical records were not released by the college. The Cavs don't wish to take any type of opportunities with an option after in 2013's top pick, ahead Anthony Bennett, had a hard time throughout his first season after receiving shoulder surgical treatment.
Chad Ford examines aspects dealing with the Cleveland Cavaliers in whether to choose Joel Embiid with the No. 1 total selection. Tale Insider
Embiid, that averaged 11.2 points, 8.1 rebounds and 2.6 blocks this previous period, missed the Big 12 competition and the NCAA competition because of the back injury. Nonetheless, he did participate in a 1-on-0 workout for NBA groups in Santa Monica, The golden state, in late May.
Embiid started playing basketball only three years back in his native Cameroon.
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The Cavs gained the draft lottery and have the initial choice for the 2nd year in a row. They'll likely utilize the option on Embiid, Kansas swingman Andrew Wiggins or Battle each other ahead Jabari Parker.
"The next day will be huge for him [Embiid] and whether he'll go No. 1," one source said.
Wiggins will certainly work out for the Milwaukee Bucks, who hold the No. 2 general choice, Friday in Santa Barbara, The golden state. The Philly 76ers will certainly pick third.
