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RE: Walter/Travis





> I agree with your option of McCarty (although it's Marfan's syndrome).

D'oh. Correction taken.

> The problem with Walter last year was that he was a useful bench player
> asked to play the role of a starter.  In the upcoming season, I think
> McCarty will be a valuable reserve.

Good point.


> I hope that Pitino hasn't given up on Travis.  I think Travis has NBA
> skills even though he isn't the prototypical center.  (I also hope he is
> serious about adding some muscle.)  If the Celtics are able add a center
> (whether by moving Walker to the 3 spot or another team) I think Travis
> could be a good power forward.

I agree.

> As it is, he had some good games last year (remember his 13 boards opening
> night), and has very good shooting and passing skills for a big man.  At
> the present time, he is also the Celtics best shotblocker (though that is
> damning him with faint praise).

IMO wasn't Pervis a better shot blocker? During the brief glorious moments
he was healthy of course. I still remember his game saving block of G.
Hill's floater.

Noah.