With the departure of Tony Allen in the offseason to the Memphis Grizzlies, the Celtics lost one of their greatest role players. Tony was the guy to guard the other team’s best perimeter player, whether it be Joe Johnson, LeBron, or Kobe. To help fill the void, the Celtics used the 19th overall draft pick on Texas guard Avery Bradley.
Bradley entered his freshmen season at Texas with lots of hype. Once proclaimed as the best high school recruit of the 2009 class, Avery Bradley didn't quite live up to his ranking. When he decided to leave the Longhorns after one season, only questions and talk of potential surrounded him. The Longhorns struggled in the second half of the season, but Avery showed flashes that convinced scouts that he’s ready for the NBA.
The Celtics need a bench player who is capable of guarding the opponent’s elite perimeter player. Paul Pierce and Ray Allen need to save their legs for the playoffs, presenting Avery Bradley with the opportunity to step-up. Amongst his peers, Bradley was ranked as the best rookie defender. Doc Rivers has already raved about Bradley&rs ...
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