As my previous post reported, Delonte West would be a person of interest for the salary cap strapped Boston Celtics. In fact, he would be something of a fortunate find.
Gary Washburn has confirmed that possibility.
Gary Washburn of the Globe says one source indicates as much…
…their interest could spread to former Celtic Delonte West, who is expected to be waived by the Minnesota Timberwolves after the club acquired him in a trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers Monday.
The Celtics have re-signed Marquis Daniels at a discount to fill the need for a defensive guard/forward.
But they are looking for another three point shooter (and a big man, which of course, West is not). West has shown himself to generally be a solid performer come playoff time and that is exactly what you need on the title focused Celtics. He is also a pretty competent defender of guards.
He has made a number of clutch plays, shots, and free throws in his time with the Cavs in the playoffs. He will hustle, isn’t afraid of contact, and will hit the deck trying to recover loose balls. If they can get him for the veteran minimum, he would be a bargain.
The risk, as stated in the previous post is his state of mind, and off court behavior. Washburn adds…
West pleaded guilty to weapons charges in a strange case where he was caught carrying three guns while on a motorcycle in his native Maryland last year. He received eight months of home detention but the judge ruled he would be allowed to travel with his NBA team.
I guess that would preclude having to worry about any further incidents for the time being. I like a lot of players, I admit, but you can add Delonte West to that group. I have always been a fan of his game and quirky, somewhat ‘comedic savant’ personality.
It would be just wild, and fitting, if Delonte “wi-ahh hang-ahh!” West came back home to the Celtics and was instrumental in helping them win title #18. That would be…absolutely great. It brings a smile to my face just thinking about it. Yeah, that semi-smirk in my picture is close. I do love it.
Just looking at the Wire Hanger commercial brings back good memories.
I hadn’t every been all that interested in Delonte West, but I can see why other people like him as a player. The commercial was pretty good, I have to admit.
Comment by C. Williams — July 28th, 2010 @ 4:31 pm
Thanks C. Williams
To know him is to love him…or something silly like that.
T
Comment by Thomas Halzack — July 28th, 2010 @ 9:29 pm