Cavaliers coach Byron Scott is disappointed with the "energy and effort" shown by backup center Semih Erden.

Erden has racked up three straight DNP-CDs, which Scott hopes will motivate him to play harder once he rejoins the rotation. There was preseason chatter about Erden possibly starting at C this season, but that's quickly gone down the drain.

Semih Erden got a DNP-CD on Tuesday, failing to get off the Cavaliers bench in a loss to the Heat.

Erden has some promise, but his spot in Byron Scott's rotation remains a mystery. Just keep him on your radar. Ryan Hollins got some run tonight, but had three points and four fouls in 12 minutes.

Cavaliers coach Byron Scott is pleased with Semih Erden's progress since his return from a thumb injury.

Erden scored 14 points in just 16 minutes last Tuesday, but Scott said that "he has to understand defensively that he can't over-help. The Cavaliers need his size and skill to spell Anderson Varejao, and he's worth watching in deep leagues.

Cavs center Semih Erden tied a career high with 14 points in just 16 minutes off the bench on Tuesday.

He had just three rebounds and hit 6-of-8 shots from the floor tonight. He's coming on a bit, but Anderson Varejao (10 points, 13 rebounds, 1 steal & 1 block) is playing well. And as long as that's the case, Erden isn't going to get enough minutes to be worth using in fantasy.

Cavaliers center Semih Erden (broken thumb) made his season debut on Sunday, playing five minutes off the bench.

The Cavs lack frontcourt depth and it's possible that Erden will settle into a healthy role backing up Anderson Varejao. He's aided by Ryan Hollins' ineptitude and the fact that Samardo Samuels has been in coach Byron Scott's doghouse all year.

Semih Erden (thumb) continues to practice with the Cavaliers but there is no clear date for his season debut.

Erden will give Cleveland much-needed depth at center, as Ryan Hollins and Samardo Samuels have failed to impress coach Byron Scott this year. Erden's time with Cleveland has been a progression of injuries -- first a strained right adductor and a sore right heel, then shoulder surgery followed by a broken right thumb.

Cavaliers center Semih Erden has been cleared to return from his broken right thumb.

He participated in his first full practice on Monday but it's still unclear when he'll make his season debut. Byron Scott wants him to get in one more practice before playing, so he's not likely to play in the upcoming week.

Cavs center Semih Erden (thumb) should start practicing with limited contact next week with a chance of playing in a couple weeks.

He'll likely come off the bench behind Anderson Varejao, leaving his fantasy value as a question mark for now.

Semi Erden (thumb) is expected to miss three more weeks.

Erden should have a role in the Cleveland frontcourt when he returns, but he's not likely to play enough minutes to have a significant fantasy impact unless Anderson Varejao gets injured.

Cavs big man Semih Erden is no longer wearing a thumb cast.

He's still not due back until sometime in January and may have a limited role when he's ready to play.

Cavs backup C Semih Erden (broken thumb) joined the team on Friday for conditioning drills but coach Byron Scott has no timetable for his return.

Starter Anderson Varejao is coming off major ankle surgery and isn't a dominant force by any means, so if Erden can flash some of the promise he showed in Boston he'll have a decent shot at earning minutes or even the starting gig one day. Erden is the exact opposite of Varejao, with a light frame and a crafty low-post game. Erden can probably be skipped on draft day, but keep a close eye on him when he returns.

Semih Erden (broken thumb) had surgery and is expected to be sidelined at least six weeks.

Erden was though to be out for as long as two months, so this timeline for recovery meshes with the initial report. He was playing for Besiktas in Turkey when the injury occurred.

Cavs center Semih Erden broke his left thumb recently and will reportedly be sidelined for two months.

Maybe the lockout will be over by then. Erden is playing in Turkey, but is expected to return to the Cavs once the NBA is back in action. A Turkish writer posted the news on Twitter, where it was picked up by ESPN and the Cleveland Plain Dealer.

Updating a previous item, Semih Erden has officially signed with the Turkish team Besiktas.

It was reported on Tuesday that he was expected to sign with the club, and now he's put pen to paper to make it official. The big man will return to the Cavs after the lockout.

Semih Erden will sign with Turkish club Besiktas on Tuesday or Wednesday, which is not far from his home in Istanbul.

He'll have an out clause that will get him back to the NBA once the season gets going, but he'll be a teammate of Deron Williams until that happens. On a sidenote, he says he's 95% healthy after offseason shoulder surgery.

Semih Erden is recovering from shoulder surgery and sounds interested in returning to the Cavaliers next season.

There were reports of him being homesick and there appeared to be a chance he might just go home to Turkey for good. But his agent says he's adjusted well to Cleveland and is excited to see what the future holds. Erden was injured for most of his time in Cleveland, playing in just four games, but should get solid playing time next season if he's back with the team.

Semih Erden (bruised right heel) is listed as a game-time decision for Wednesday's finale against the Wizards.

If Erden is able to go, coach Byron Scott said he will start. Regardless, the Turkish 7-footer is a poor bet for production and a good bet for foul trouble.

Semih Erden left Monday's game with right heel soreness and his return is questionable.

He actually started at center tonight, which we're still trying to get out head around. In any case, it's very unlikely that he would be worth using in fantasy leagues over the next two days.

Semih Erden will be the starting center for the Cavs on Monday in place of Ryan Hollins.

Hollins was surprisingly productive in his brief stint as starter but he's not a realistic option for the future. It's likely that the Cavs want to see what they have in Erden with what's left of the regular season.

Sehim Erden (shoulder) is expected to play about 20-25 minutes on Saturday against the Bucks.

He played 12 minutes on Friday and isn't a recommended fantasy option at this time. For fantasy purposes, anybody not named Hickson is a poor bet to produce, though Ryan Hollins and Luke Harangody will get plenty of burn with Samardo Samuels (groin) also out.