All articles tagged with #frontcourt depth
Mitchell Robinson is reportedly signing a three-year, $47.4 million contract with the Boston Celtics to bolster the Celtics' frontcourt after helping the Knicks win the 2026 title; the 7-foot center’s arrival signals a priority on rim protection and frontcourt depth, though it’s unclear whether he’ll start or back up Neemias Queta.
After selecting AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick, Washington holds picks 51 and 60 in Round 2 and is weighing backup-center options—Henri Veesaar, Felix Okpara, Trevon Brazile, Ugonna Onyenso and Maliq Brown—potentially even trading up to secure size behind Anthony Davis and Alex Sarr.
After a disappointing playoff exit, Boston has been actively exploring a Brown trade to land a true big man, with talks reportedly involving rival teams and even a floated swap for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Coach Brad Stevens stressed Brown’s value while avoiding guarantees about his future, signaling a franchise-altering decision could be near as Boston prioritizes rim pressure and frontcourt depth. Brown’s contract gives him leverage, complicating any move and leaving the fate of the Tatum–Brown era uncertain.
Indiana Fever sign veteran forward Monique Billings to bolster frontcourt depth and add versatility, pairing her speed, defense, and improved outside shooting with stars Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, and Aliyah Boston for another deep playoff push.
Zion Stanford, a Temple transfer, is no longer with Villanova and did not travel for the DePaul game or the season finale vs. Xavier; he hasn’t played since Feb. 4 due to prior injuries, and his agent said the program and Stanford mutually agreed he’d step away to focus on his health, with a medical redshirt path still unclear.
With Nikola Vucevic sidelined indefinitely, Boston could bring back Daniel Theis as an emergency big man to bolster the frontcourt, continuing Brad Stevens’ pattern of reuniting familiar players and adding depth behind Neemias Queta, Luka Garza, and Amari Williams.
The Boston Celtics signed Luka Garza to a two-year minimum deal to bolster their frontcourt after key departures, including Kristaps Porzingis and Luke Kornet, aiming to add depth as they prepare for the upcoming season.
The New York Knicks have signed veteran big man Taj Gibson to a one-year deal following Mitchell Robinson's ankle surgery. The 38-year-old previously played for the Knicks from 2019-2022 and has also played for the Bulls, Thunder, Timberwolves, and Wizards. With Robinson sidelined for 8-10 weeks, the Knicks sought frontcourt depth, and Gibson will provide support alongside center Isaiah Hartenstein.
The Golden State Warriors have signed forward Dario Šarić to a one-year deal, adding depth and versatility to their frontcourt. Standing at 6-foot-10, Šarić brings a unique blend of size, skill, and basketball IQ to the team. His accurate three-point shooting and scoring ability will fit well into the Warriors' fast-paced system. This signing not only strengthens the roster but also offers Šarić an opportunity to revive his career with a championship-caliber team. The one-year deal provides financial flexibility for the Warriors and allows them to evaluate Šarić's performance before exploring other options in the future.
The Wisconsin Badgers have successfully added two transfer players, guard Noah Reynolds and wing A.J. Storr, to their roster for the upcoming college basketball season. Head coach Greg Gard has acknowledged the team's need for depth and has out-recruited over 30 other interested teams to land Storr. While the frontcourt still needs attention, the Badgers' 2023 recruiting class shows promise, and the team can still be competitive without a transfer big.
Memphis Grizzlies center Steven Adams is expected to miss the NBA playoffs due to his injured right knee, which he sprained in January and received a stem cell injection for in March. The team will also be without reserve center Brandon Clarke due to a torn Achilles tendon. Xavier Tillman Sr. has been playing in Adams' place and rookie power forward Kenneth Lofton Jr. has been signed to a four-year deal to address frontcourt depth. The Grizzlies are waiving rookie point guard Kennedy Chandler to create a roster spot for Lofton.