Time for the Robert Swift Era?

[BostonBurbs]

Thinking about bigs that Danny might target, I remember reports that Danny has tried to get Robert Swift several times.  I believe he is a free agent.  Think Danny will finally sign him?

Has anyone seen him lately?  Like, did he bulk up by the end of last season?

Thanks!

[vinnie]

One word -- UGH!

[Roy Hobbs]

It's not going to shock me if we sign him; I'd say it's almost guaranteed that we bring him in for a workout.

I think the team really needs to ask itself how many projects we can carry on the roster this year, though.  If Swift signs on, I think that means we have to see Powe go (unless we can clear other roster space, potentially by doing a 2-for-1 that includes flotsam and jetsam like Tony Allen.)

[wdleehi]

Only if he trims the rest of the projects off the Roster.

[bknova]

He was really good in his second year pre-injury.  If he can be had on the cheap, absolutley.  Clifford Ray has turned every young big aside from POB into a player in this league.  Perk, Baby, Big Al, Powe, and even Gomes to an extent.  Remember, this kid has amazing raw skills coming out of high school.  I remember Pierce raving about him pre draft.

[johnnyrondo]

Thinking about bigs that Danny might target, I remember reports that Danny has tried to get Robert Swift several times.  I believe he is a free agent.  Think Danny will finally sign him?

Has anyone seen him lately?  Like, did he bulk up by the end of last season?

Thanks!

If he's an unrestricted FA, consider him signed. Danny LOVES that guy. It's fine to have one project big. We have to get rid of some dead wait though. Getting rid of Pruitt and Tony Allen would be a start. And if Giddens doesn't show something this Summer, cut him too. He's already in his mid 20's and scored a total of 4pts this yr. So I have no problem with Swift (since we're not trading Al or Rondo for him ), but cosign with the others on not having a bench full of projects, but actually get some real contributors.

[cordobes]

I hope not, but I fear there may be a good chance it's happening. I'd rather sign Swift than keep Moore, to be honest: Swift is an injury plagued stiff but there's always a chance he can improve into a mediocre but not quite terrible stiff.

But even if we're adding a min. salary big (imagine a scenario where we let Davis, Powe and Moore walk and then sign someone like Dice) there are lots of other guys I'd rather sign than Swift. Skinner, Lasme and Powell are probably at the top of my options. Even if we want a project, I'd go Pops Mensah-Bonsu or Josh McRoberts before Swift.

[EJPLAYA]

Mikki's stats are about the same as Swifts. Swift is so injury plagued I don't see how this makes sense. Mikki will be vet minimum. He will be better next year due to being able to go through an off season with the team I think he is the best option for a third center. We need to focus on two tier two level big guys. Mcdyess would be the best choice. Swift is not a great option.

[Roy Hobbs]

Mikki's stats are about the same as Swifts. Swift is so injury plagued I don't see how this makes sense. Mikki will be vet minimum. He will be better next year due to being able to go through an off season with the team I think he is the best option for a third center. We need to focus on two tier two level big guys. Mcdyess would be the best choice. Swift is not a great option.

Mikki can't defend, and is horribly foul prone.  That was his reputation prior to coming to Boston, and it was indicative of how he played here.  Why do you expect him to get better?

I'd rather sign a better player than Swift, but if healthy, he's a better player than Moore.  At least he contributes *something* on the defensive end, and has some upside.

[EJPLAYA]

Mikki's stats are about the same as Swifts. Swift is so injury plagued I don't see how this makes sense. Mikki will be vet minimum. He will be better next year due to being able to go through an off season with the team I think he is the best option for a third center. We need to focus on two tier two level big guys. Mcdyess would be the best choice. Swift is not a great option.

Mikki can't defend, and is horribly foul prone.  That was his reputation prior to coming to Boston, and it was indicative of how he played here.  Why do you expect him to get better?

I'd rather sign a better player than Swift, but if healthy, he's a better player than Moore.  At least he contributes *something* on the defensive end, and has some upside.

He will know the rotations better and so will end up picking up a foul or two less a game. He will never be a defensive stopper, but he will get a bit better on that end. He will be a better offensive player than this year as well though due to playing with the team more. You did notice though that I had him listed as the third string guy though?! For a cheap third string guy I don't think you are going to improve on him. I just don't think Swift is really an improvement since he can't stay off the injured list.

[cordobes]

Moore will never rebound, block shots, defend the low post, chase perimeter players, be a good passer or limit the turnovers.

Swift isn't a major improvement over him - it's more about the upside; but guys like Brian Skinner, Lasme or Josh Powell certainly are (to the point that a min. salary player can be an improvement over other).

[acieEarl]

Only if he trims the rest of the projects off the Roster.

I think Ainge will cut many of the projects. I see MMoore, Starbury def gone and possibly Pruitt, TAllen, Giddens, and if we could somehow rap Scal in a trade.

Swift gets a tryout and Ainge will sign him to the min if he got any skills.

[KungPoweChicken]

I doubt Danny signs Swift. The infatuation with this guy is done: He's soft, injury prone, and has done absolutely nothing in the NBA; however, he's still better than Moore by leaps and bounds.

[EJPLAYA]

Only if he trims the rest of the projects off the Roster.

I think Ainge will cut many of the projects. I see MMoore, Starbury def gone and possibly Pruitt, TAllen, Giddens, and if we could somehow rap Scal in a trade.

Swift gets a tryout and Ainge will sign him to the min if he got any skills.

We don't have the money to just go out and spend on anyone out there. We will be FORCED to keep some of the projects. Mikki and Starbury if he signs for vet minimum will be well spent dollars as third string C and backup PG. You aren't going to find anyone at the point position with his skill level to backup Rondo at that price point. Scal, unless he needs to be included in a deal, is another great player to have on the roster this next year. House needs to stay.

TA and Pruitt are goners. One of Giddens or Walker will likely go as well in a package.

[indeedproceed]

Thinking about bigs that Danny might target, I remember reports that Danny has tried to get Robert Swift several times.  I believe he is a free agent.  Think Danny will finally sign him?

Has anyone seen him lately?  Like, did he bulk up by the end of last season?

Thanks!

Yikes.