Player Notes

Pachulia averaged 5.9 points and 6.5 rebounds in 21.8 minutes per game this season.
Recommendation: The veteran saw his minutes reduced, as coach Larry Drew often opted to go with a smaller lineup featuring Al Horford at center. Still, Pachulia was able to make an impact, primarily on the boards, as he averaged 10.7 rebounds per 36 minutes. He missed the final month-and-a-half of the season, as well as the team's first-round series versus the Pacers, with an achilles injury but is expected to be back to full strength well before the 2013-14 season. As an unrestricted free agent this summer, Pachulia figures to garner plenty of interest, particularly from contenders like Miami or Oklahoma City in need of a veteran rebounding presence. He's been a fan favorite in Atlanta and expressed his desire to sign a new deal, but given the franchise's current state of flux, it may be difficult to negotiate until later in the summer when the roster will likely be l! ess murky.

Petro averaged 3.5 points and 3.6 rebounds in just 31 games this season - his first with the Hawks.
Recommendation: The 27-year-old primarily served as a post defender, as his offensive game remains largely unpolished. He's an active rebounder when given the opportunity but rarely logged enough minutes to make a significant fantasy impact. His three-year, $10 million deal expires this offseason and it is very unlikely that he'll be in a Hawks uniform next season. However, a team in need of a veteran, end-of-the-bench big man will likely give Petro a shot for a much cheaper contract.

Hill (hip) is expected to be fully functional by the start of the season, Lakers.com reports.
Recommendation: This is not surprising news, as Hill has had several months to recover. He may see rotational minutes next season, as the Lakers are thin in the frontcourt off the bench.

Wilcox appeared in 61 games during the 2012-13 season and averaged 4.2 points (on 71 percent shooting), 3.0 rebounds, and 0.5 blocks in 14 minutes.
Recommendation: Wilcox averaged just 6.6 field goal attempts per 36 minutes, which explains the otherwise outlandish shooting percentage. He doesn't have any particular strengths worth mentioning but does seem to know his own (numerous) limitations and can thus play 10-to-15 minutes per game without hurting a team too much. Wilcox is set to become an unrestricted free agent and probably won't be a priority for the Celtics given that players of his caliber are a dime a dozen. It's hard to imagine that any team will get much more out of him than the Celtics did last season.

Ezeli underwent successful surgery Wednesday to reinforce the MCL and PCL in his right knee, NBA.com reports.
Recommendation: Ezeli sprained his right knee in the Warriors' regular-season finale but was able to suit up for the playoffs. The recovery time is estimated to be at least six-to-nine months, so he could be out for the start of the 2013-14 season. If Ezeli misses an extended period of time, it will only increase the pressure on Andrew Bogut to stay healthy.

Melo appeared in just six NBA games during his rookie season but saw quite a bit of playing time with Maine of the D-League, averaging 9.8 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 3.1 blocks.
Recommendation: Melo was the D-League leader in blocks per game, and while his other skills still need work, the Celtics have reason to be excited about their developmental center. He could be in the mix for the backup center job as soon as the 2013-14 season, although it also wouldn't be a surprise if he heads back to the Red Claws for more seasoning.