Tyler Zeller opens some eyes in first start

Posted Oct 24, 2012
Indiana's Tyler Hansbrough played one season at North Carolina with Tyler Zeller, so when the Cavaliers rookie center made his first start of the preseason against the Pacers, Hansbrough knew exactly what to expect. "He’s got size at 7 feet. He really runs the floor well. I think he can really help them.'' He did Tuesday night, finishing with 13 points and seven rebounds against All-Star Roy Hibbert. (Cleveland Plain Dealer)

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