Jarrett Allen (2017- present)
DeAndre Jordan might have been a great mentor to a great young man like Jarrett Allen. Competing with Jordan for minutes at this point in his career is not what Allen needs. The 21-year-old averaged 15 PPG, 11.5 REB, and 2.1 BLK per 36 minutes in 80 appearances last season. His argument for starting is those numbers. The team’s Tom Dowd’s official website explains how Allen added weight and strength to deal with bigger and more physical opposing centers.
Jarrett Allen (2017- present)
Derrick Favors (2010-2020)
It would suit Derrick Favors nicely to escape the intimidating shadow of Rudy Gobert and join the uptempo New Orleans Pelicans. For the first time in a lineup that includes rookie Zion Williamson, Jrue Holiday, Brandon Ingram, and Lonzo Ball, the 28-year-old could reach a new level and average a double-double. However, it is specifically on defense, where he and Williamson can shine as a top pairing that protects the rim. Best of all, Favors is returning to his preferred center position with New Orleans.
Derrick Favors (2010-2020)