We Want Andre

We still need a big man. However, there are rumors that the Celtics are looking to acquire one. Specifically, Andre Drummond has been talked about as the next potential big man for the Celtics. Would Drummond be an effective piece for the Celtics? Could he be the dominant big man that gets the Celtics to the finals?

Andre Drummond is still under contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The contract is only for the next season, and the Cavaliers have no shot of being a contender by the time Andre Drummond is ready to sign a new deal. I cannot see a situation in which Drummond resigns with the Cavaliers, unless he is offered a supermax deal since the Cavaliers have nothing else to do with their money. I think if a non-athletic, balding gamer can recognize that Drummond will be moving out of state soon, the Cavaliers organization recognizes it as well. This is likely why there are trade rumors surrounding Drummond right now. There is really no point in keeping him on the team all season, not make the playoffs, and then watching him walk away in free agency for no value in return. The smartest move is to trade him now, even if his trade value is overall is low due to his expiring contract.

Now, there will be critics to Drummond joining the Celtics. I have posted an article below that touches on some of these issues. It is said that Drummond may not fit in with Brad Steven’s system, requiring his players to stretch the floor. I think that if Drummond takes Theis’ spot on the roster, not much will change. Theis doesn’t have the physical tools to be a great rebounder or defender, and it seems most of his value comes from shooting. I don’t think Theis provides enough from the 3 point line to justify having him over Drummond’s rebounding, defending, and athleticism. Please Cleveland, just take Theis and a few picks, give us Drummond, and start your rebuild. Nobody wants to watch a team that can’t make the playoffs 8 years at a time, start rebuilding your team and GIVE US DRUMMOND.

October 26, 2020. Uncategorized.