INDEPENDENCE, Ohio -- Larry Drew wanted to make something perfectly clear following Monday's practice: He is the "voice" of the Cleveland Cavaliers and will continue to run the team like a "substitute teacher" in the aftermath of Tyronn Lue's abrupt firing.
But that's it. Any other characterization is inaccurate.
"I'm not the interim coach," Drew said emphatically. "I'm the voice right now. I'm sure you guys are aware that there are some talks that are going on. I don't know if any type of agreement or settlement will be made. I am prepared either way. I'll continue to do my job, but right now there's not been any type of agreement.