Semih Erden has signed a two-year deal to play in Turkey. Erden was given a qualifying contract offer by the Cavs, but the restricted free agent will take his game to Turkey. It's possible that we won't see him back in the NBA.

The Cavaliers gave a $1.1 million qualifying offer to center Semih Erden, making him a restricted FA. Erden fell out of favor with the Cavs after being acquired from the Celtics, and he averaged just 11 minutes per game last year, but the big man has enough upside to warrant a $1.1 million flier.

Semih Erden's agent denied a rumor that Erden signed with a team in Turkey, emphasizing that his client wants to re-sign in the NBA. "[Erden] has some interest from teams in the NBA and then we have very good offers from Europe," his agent said. "We will make a decision, I believe, by mid-July. His first option is to play in the NBA, but it all depends on the contract and the coach." Erden showed flashes of solid play as a rookie with Boston, but never found favor with coach Byron Scott after being traded to Cleveland.

Coach Byron Scott said he doesn't know if the Cavs will extend a qualifying offer to Semih Erden (ankle, doubtful) this summer. The qualifying offer to Erden would be for roughly $1.1 million. If the Cavs don't make the offer, he'll become an unrestricted free agent. Erden flopped badly with a chance as the starting center after Anderson Varejao's injury this season, averaging just 5.0 points and 4.1 rebounds in that role.

Semih Erden (ankle) is still 4-5 days away from returning to practice. Erden hopes to return before the season ends, but it's not looking good. With Anderson Varejao (wrist) also out indefinitely, inconsistent Tristan Thompson's role is secure.

Semih Erden (ankle) will not play on Friday or Saturday. Erden's sprain appears severe. It opens up a shade more minutes for Tristan Thompson and Samardo Samuels.

Semih Erden (ankle) was seen sporting crutches after Wednesday's game. Erden sprained his ankle very badly and it's entirely possible he'll be out for the remainder of the season. Anderson Varejao could be back next week, but Tristan Thompson is staring at all of the minutes he can handle down the stretch.

Semih Erden suffered a sprained right ankle while driving for a layup on Wednesday and was helped to the locker room by teammates. Replays were tough to watch and it's very possible Erden's season is now over, although we'll call him day-to-day for now. Anderson Varejao could be back next week, but this should just mean more minutes for Tristan Thompson when all is said and done.

Semih Erden went from starting for the Cavaliers to being completely out of the rotation on Saturday. Erden has been on thin ice for a while now, so the demotion isn't shocking. Ryan Hollins is hardly a more capable starting NBA center, however, and we could just as easily see Erden back in the rotation next week -- either way, he's irrelevant in standard fantasy formats.

Semih Erden will remain the starting center for Tuesday's game against the Celtics. Erden was benched in a game before the All-Star break due to a lack of effort, and despite Byron Scott previously stating he'd consider making changes to the starting five, Erden will remain the starter for at least one more game. Erden has managed just 5.5 points and 4.0 rebounds in six games as a starter.