Cavs get Thompson, Nance, Hood back against Suns

The Cleveland Cavaliers appear to be returning to full strength.

The Cavs got Tristan Thompson, Larry Nance Jr., and Rodney Hood back on minutes restrictions Friday against the Phoenix Suns.

None started, however, as they were eased back into the lineup.

Thompson had missed the last nine games with an ankle injury, forcing Kevin Love into heavy minutes at center. Nance, who may be the Cavs' best defender, had missed four games with a hamstring issue, and Hood was sidelined five of the last six games with a back problem.