Kendrick Perkins suggests Celtics should target these two centers

by **112288** Fri Jun 28, 2019 8:35 pm

Kendrick Perkins suggests Celtics should target these two centers

NBC SPORTS BOSTON By Nick Goss June 28, 2019 9:01 AM

Kendrick Perkins knows the Boston Celtics need a center, and he's offered up two names for the team to consider pursuing via trade or the free-agent market before next season.

The former Celtics center, who on Thursday gave his approval of the Celtics' reported interest in Charlotte Hornets star Kemba Walker, tweeted his center suggestions at the team Thursday night:

DeMarcus Cousins averaged 16.3 points and 8.2 rebounds in 30 regular season games for the Golden State Warriors this season. He returned in January after missing nearly a year with a torn Achilles injury -- arguably the worst setback for a big man. Cousins played well for the Warriors, but he is no longer the superstar talent he showed with the Sacramento Kings (and briefly for the New Orleans Pelicans). However, he's still a capable scorer, a good rebounder and stretches the floor as a decent 3-point shooter.

From a talent perspective, Cousins would fit in Boston. He'd also be highly motivated to play well and potentially earn a huge contract next summer. The concerns with signing Cousins are his character and personality. The Celtics just went through a 2018-19 campaign that didn't exactly feature the best team chemistry, so signing the 28-year-old probably isn't worth the risk.

Adams is an intriguing option for Boston. He's not a threat to shoot from the outside, but he'll provide close to a double-double in points and rebounds on a nightly basis. Adams also is durable, averaging 79 games played over the last four seasons. The problem with acquiring Adams is his contract. He's owed more than $52 million over the next two seasons, per Spotrac. The Celtics could have about $34 million in salary cap space in free agency, and just about all of that room would be gone if they signed Walker to a max contract. Adams is a solid player, but he's not worth $25-plus million when there are cheaper alternatives at center for the C's to consider.

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by **dboss** Fri Jun 28, 2019 9:36 pm

Do not like either of them.

by **gyso** Sat Jun 29, 2019 12:01 am

dboss wrote:Do not like either of them.

I agree. I don't like Cousins because of his 'tude and I don't like Adams because of the cost.

by **cowens/oldschool** Sat Jun 29, 2019 11:58 am

Norlens Noel, affordable can do a lot of the things Capella does. He and Robert Williams would be 2 defensive forces at the 5.

by **dboss** Sat Jun 29, 2019 12:16 pm

gyso wrote:
dboss wrote:Do not like either of them.

I agree. I don't like Cousins because of his 'tude and I don't like Adams because of the cost.

gyso

exact same reasons

by **wideclyde** Sat Jun 29, 2019 12:41 pm

gyso & dboss,

Agree 100% with on not liking either Adams or Cousins for next year's Celtics. Cousins has also become kind of injury prone while Adams' contract numbers could be better spent on several guys who also might be younger.

by **NESportsfan12** Mon Jul 01, 2019 9:10 am

cowens/oldschool wrote:Norlens Noel, affordable can do a lot of the things Capella does. He and Robert Williams would be 2 defensive forces at the 5.

I don't understand why this isn't the obvious play. Dude didn't even make 2 million last season, and I've always thought his upside was tremendous.

by **112288** Mon Jul 01, 2019 9:45 am

Unless Danny has options we are all not considering, we are in for a long season without a power forward and center. I like Kantos as a backup center but not your main guy.

Favors got traded last night, Noel, Adams, Boogie? The cap gods are not smiling on us this year.

I do not see a way out this year unless through a trade for one of our top guys.

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by **kdp59** Mon Jul 01, 2019 9:49 am

Noel could maybe be had for the bi-annual (if we still have it) at $3M plus.

leaving the MLE for Kanter or WCS.

by **dbrown4** Mon Jul 01, 2019 9:58 am

Just a suggestion. Check out the Showtime Documentary on Cousins. This dealt with his earlier injuries prior to GS. I know it's made for TV, but that made me rethink his attitude being the problem. I'd be more concerned with his injury history now that that list is getting rather lengthy. For some reason Shaq keeps popping into my head. No opinion on Adams for now.

db

by **dboss** Mon Jul 01, 2019 10:28 am

I love centers who can rebound. If you cannot rebound I do not like you.

by **cowens/oldschool** Mon Jul 01, 2019 12:30 pm

If a center can’t board and lay a body on someone in the paint, he’s useless.

by **steve3344** Mon Jul 01, 2019 5:29 pm

dboss wrote:I love centers who can rebound. If you cannot rebound I do not like you.

I can't rebound and I thought you liked me.

by **dboss** Mon Jul 01, 2019 6:00 pm

steve3344 wrote:
dboss wrote:I love centers who can rebound. If you cannot rebound I do not like you.

I can't rebound and I thought you liked me.

ha!

by **cowens/oldschool** Mon Jul 01, 2019 6:10 pm

steve3344 wrote:
dboss wrote:I love centers who can rebound. If you cannot rebound I do not like you.

I can't rebound and I thought you liked me.

We were talking about centers....

by **steve3344** Mon Jul 01, 2019 6:12 pm

cowens/oldschool wrote:
steve3344 wrote:
dboss wrote:I love centers who can rebound. If you cannot rebound I do not like you.

I can't rebound and I thought you liked me.
We were talking about centers....

I'm a center of attention.

by **cowens/oldschool** Mon Jul 01, 2019 6:23 pm

steve3344 wrote:
cowens/oldschool wrote:
steve3344 wrote:
dboss wrote:I love centers who can rebound. If you cannot rebound I do not like you.

I can't rebound and I thought you liked me.
We were talking about centers....

I'm a center of attention.

That’s true and a great writer and great guy

by **steve3344** Mon Jul 01, 2019 6:24 pm

cowens/oldschool wrote:
steve3344 wrote:
cowens/oldschool wrote:
steve3344 wrote:
dboss wrote:I love centers who can rebound. If you cannot rebound I do not like you.

I can't rebound and I thought you liked me.
We were talking about centers....

I'm a center of attention.
That’s true and a great writer and great guy

Now you're just kissing up.

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