Although the Boston Celtics have not provided a timetable for the free agency forward Danilo Gallinari's return, sources from Italy say he could return as early as November.
There is still a void, and according to a rumor by Brandon Robinson of Bally Sports, the Celtics are considering
There are just Anthony, LaMarcus Aldridge, and Montrezl Harrell available as options to replace the forward position in Boston at this time in the offseason.
Anthony has recently shown that he is prepared to accept a bench role and is effective when given such opportunities to contribute to a team. Despite the team's collapse in Los Angeles, he managed a respectable 13.3 points and 4.2 rebounds per game. Anthony is also well-liked by his teammates and would suit in the locker room, where he could contribute as another seasoned voice.
Celtics fit Carmelo Anthony,
Do the Celtics fit Carmelo Anthony, though? Since the defense is Anthony's weak point, he would join a team that emphasizes it strongly and is predicted to have a top-five (perhaps top-three) defense this year. You could argue that this simplifies hiding his flaws, but does Boston want to do that?
Anthony will join a team that can provide the optimum balance of playing time, success, and guaranteed compensation (it will be the veteran minimum, but he will want that guaranteed). Although the Celtics are in the lead, playing time is in question (especially if Gallinari returns), and it's possible they won't want to give 37-year-old Anthony a guaranteed contract.
It remains to be seen if the Knicks or another bidder will provide a better balance of payments, playing time, and success. Just don't anticipate Anthony to be available for very long.
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