Boston Celtics better off rebuilding than trading for Kevin Love?
The Boston Celtics hold the sixth and 17th overall picks in next months NBA Draft.
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The last time the Celtics had a pick in the lottery, they used that and other assets to pull off two trades that changed the course of their franchise, acquiring guard Ray Allen and forward Kevin Garnett. Many around the league believe the Celtics could be on the same path this season, perhaps using their assets to acquire Minnesota Timberwolves’ power forward Kevin Love.
Chris Forsberg of ESPN Boston believes the Celtics may better off continuing to rebuild rather than trading for Love.
"Let’s be clear: There are too many moving parts to know exactly how the Celtics’ offseason will play out. If the right deals materialize, and established talent can be added at reasonable rates, Boston absolutely shouldn’t hesitate to reload this summer.But the (Kevin) Lovefest this week left us with a case of sticker shock. Yes, the prospects of adding a bona fide NBA star and slamming the rebuilding accelerator is mighty intriguing, but at what price? Is it truly worthwhile to part with multiple first-round draft picks andyoung talent and other assets to add a single talent to the roster? In the NBA, maybe more than any other sport, having individual star power is supremely important, but having a deep, balanced and affordable roster doesn’t hurt, either."
Love averaged 26.1 points, 12.5 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game this season.