5 Big-Name Free Agents The Boston Celtics Could Target In 2017

Memphis Grizzlies PF Zach Randolph

As crazy as it may seem, this could be Zach Randolph‘s final year with the Grizzlies. He’s getting up there in age, and the NBA is beginning to move on from the style of play that made him a star for so many years. So it’s easy to understand how he could hit the open market in 2017.

If that’s the case, I wouldn’t be surprised to see the Celtics take a long look at Randolph.

Although he’ll be 36 next offseason, Randolph is still a reliable presence in the paint capable of providing starter production. His stats took a dip last season and may do so again in 2016-17, but he’s still worth a look–especially on a team that covets tough, tenacious defenders.

The big man managed 15.3 points per game last season, but saw his rebounds per game drop to only 7.8. Randolph is running out of gas, but he may be worth a flier as a short-term solution.

With Amir Johnson and Jonas Jerebko both in contract years, the Celtics could have a huge need at power forward in 2017. Randolph might not be the most exciting option, but he’s a quality starter who can still provide a spark.

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