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Draft Lottery: Phoenix Suns vs. Cleveland Cavaliers

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By: Anthony Groves

Despite undergoing a season which they haven’t had much success; there is a silver-lining of hope that Suns’ fans can look forward to.
As of right now, the Suns (24-56) are battling the Cleveland Cavaliers for the third spot in this year’s draft lottery.

The Cavaliers (24-55) are half a game back behind the Suns for the third spot. The Cavaliers play the Philadelphia 76ers tomorrow.

Apr 13, 2013; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns point guard Goran Dragic (1) shoots as Minnesota Timberwolves center Greg Stiemsma (34) defends during the second quarter at the Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Greg Smith-USA TODAY Sports

The way the lottery works is simple. Teams four through 14 go according by their record. Only the teams with the three worst records are the only ones who has their fates decided by the drawing. The team with the third spot has a 16 percent chance at winning the lottery.