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NBA Free Agency 2017: 5 best centers available

By Noah Torr

Apr 12, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Nerlens Noel (3) brings the ball up court against Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) during the second half at FedExForum. Dallas Mavericks defeats Memphis Grizzlies 100-93. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 12, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Nerlens Noel (3) brings the ball up court against Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) during the second half at FedExForum. Dallas Mavericks defeats Memphis Grizzlies 100-93. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 11, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Greg Monroe (15) argues with a referee over a foul called on him during a game against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Milwaukee defeats Indiana 116-100. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Greg Monroe

Monroe saw his career take a nose dive when he joined the Bucks back in 2015. Monroe was coming off a successful season and was excited to cash in during free agency. He did with the Bucks, but it hasn’t been a happy marriage.

In 2015, Monroe was one of the hottest centers to hit the open market. With his passing and polished postgame, it seemed like the opportunities were endless for Greg. He ultimately signed with the Bucks and it hasn’t worked out the way they hoped. In his first season, his disastrous defense was a major issue and he couldn’t quite make up for it on offense. Last season, he actually bounced back becoming a legitimate Sixth Man of the Year candidate and anchoring bench units with his strong interior play.

However, Monroe may still have lingering memories from that difficult first season (or a desire to start) and be looking for a new home. His defensive flaws are there, but his offensive production is definitely valuable. Also, he’s only going to be 27 next season.

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