Brand plans to play last 5 or 6 games of the season

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Brand just turned 29 (2 years older than Sam and 3 yrs older than Okafor.) I don't think we need a PF who runs the break- but we do need one who is athletic to get blocks, steals and switch on traps. one who is able to rebound and pass ahead to initiate the break. Brand pre-injury could do all of these things, as well as score, demand a double team and defend in the post.

Look at his great career numbers. The epitome of a 20/10/2+blk guy. His crazy long arms also allow him to give you some minutes at center.