Glen Davis has expressed clearly that he wants to be a starter in the NBA and could be looking for another team during the offseason. A sign and trade deal could bring the Celtics a solid power forward that will eventually take over for Kevin Garnett. Although this would probably require a trade between three teams, it is starting to look like Michael Beasley will be on the trading block at the beginning of the season. If the Timberwolves do take a power forward in the draft then Beasley could very well end up on the Celtics if the trade could work out. With Davis leaving the Celtics, the team will be looking for a player that can come off the bench and be just as strong a force on defense while lifting the benches offensive production. Beasley is a solid defensive player with height and speed that would provide similar stats with 5.6 rebounds per game and .7 blocks per game. Offensively Beasley would provide a much needed scoring mentality with 19.2 points per game and a solid jump shot helping to spread the floor. He is a very talented young player that would supply a lot of energy to the team, helping the Celtics to keep up with some of the younger teams in the league.
Beasley has had off court issues that could be alarming to some teams, but with a no nonsense coach like Doc Rivers, a strong core of veterans, and a player who has been through it himself (Delonte West) it is unlikely these issues would continue in Boston. Playing under Kevin Garnett could help to focus the young Beasley back on basketball and lift his talents to an All Star level. Although he would have to play off the bench for a few years, he would begin to take more of the playing time as Garnett ages and would allow himself the opportunity to win championships while learning from three future hall of famers. Once Beasley took the starting position his defense would have greatly improved and he would still be in his mid 20's, making him a great player for the Celtics to pick up and help him grow into a large contributor to the team. The major issue in this scenario is that the Timberwolves are not in the market for another power forward, but a three team trade or a trade involving another Celtic player could land Beasley in the perfect environment to help him become an All Star.
Check Back this weekend for the third installment of the Power Forward of the Future.
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