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Q&A with Cavaliers F Mike Dunleavy Jr. on his father's return to coaching at Tulane, ties to New Orleans

Cavaliers forward Mike Dunleavy Jr.: 'When (my father) told me about the opportunity at Tulane, it seemed like a good fit.' (AP Photo/Chris Szagola) (Chris Szagola)

Tulane basketball coach Mike Dunleavy Sr. spent 17 years as a head coach in the NBA and his son, Mike Jr., has spent nearly that same amount of time--14 years--playing in the league.

Dunleavy Jr. is playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers this season and is averaging 5.3 points and 2.0 rebounds through six games.

Dunleavy Sr. spent nearly six years away from coaching before deciding to take the job at Tulane, and with the Tulane coach set to make his return to the sidelines in Friday's season opener against No.