"Although Cavs general manager Chris Grant declined to comment, NBA sources indicate the Cavs are interested in New Orleans center Chris Kaman, who is on the trading block. At this point, their level of interest is unclear, although the Cavs have long been admirers of the 7-footer obtained by the Hornets from the Clippers in the trade for Chris Paul earlier this season.

A call to Kaman's agent, Rob Pelinka, was not returned on Saturday and Cavs coach Byron Scott refused to weigh in.

"I have no thoughts on that whatsoever," Scott said as the Cavs prepared to leave for Boston, where they will face the Celtics today. "CG, that's his job to handle all that."

Kaman, who will turn 30 on April 28, makes $14 million this season and will become an unrestricted free agent this summer, another attractive factor along with his career averages of 12 points and 8 rebounds. The league-owned Hornets discussed extending his contract, but they have decided to go with younger players. Kaman was not with the team for its home game against Orlando on Friday and likely will remain away until a deal is done.

Given that the league must approve any deal, that could be awhile if the Paul trade is any indication.

The Cavs have been looking for a true center since the departures of Zydrunas Ilgauskas and Shaquille O'Neal after the 2009-10 season. They are starting Anderson Varejao, a natural power forward. The backup center spot has been a revolving door, as coach Byron Scott has tried Ryan Hollins, Samardo Samuels, Semih Erden and even rookie Tristan Thompson there without much success."