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Free Agent centers for the Brooklyn Nets to consider

By Enoch Davy

Apr 22, 2017; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Greg Monroe (15) shoots against Toronto Raptors guard Delon Wright (55) during the second quarter in game four of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 22, 2017; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Greg Monroe (15) shoots against Toronto Raptors guard Delon Wright (55) during the second quarter in game four of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 14, 2017; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Larry Sanders (9) looks on during the second half at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavs won 128-96. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2017; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Larry Sanders (9) looks on during the second half at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavs won 128-96. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports /

Larry Sanders

Larry Sanders returned to the NBA after a two-year hiatus. Sanders received an opportunity from the defending NBA champion Cavaliers following Tristan Thompson’s injury. However, he played two minutes and his return lasted only five games. Cavaliers General Manager David Griffin cited a lack of fitness as the primary reason for Sanders not being able to contribute a bit more.

Sanders is a rim running defender. During his first stint in the NBA he led the league in blocks. The former Virginia Commonwealth University Ram averaged three blocks per game during the 2012-2013 season.

His offense isn’t quite at the level of his defense. Sanders was always limited to production in the paint. He was effective as a finisher at the rim but never ventured far beyond the paint. Sanders is certainly not considered a modern center. He has never attempted a 3-pointer in his career.

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Heading into this off-season Sanders may get offers. He is still just 28 years old and his athleticism is evident. Sanders provides a team with defensive presence, notably rebounding and shot-blocking. He is the perfect foil for Lopez and most certainly has an affordable price tag.