New OKC Thunder big man Etan Thomas provides more than muscle

 
Veteran center will lend advice to young big men Ibaka, Mullens, White
Published: October 25, 2009

On a roster dominated by players in their early 20's, Etan Thomas can contribute more than blocks, rebounds and interior defense.

Leadership.

Having played in 373 games over seven seasons, including three playoff appearances, Thomas can pass along tips how to battle players like Tim Duncan , Kevin Garnett and Dwight Howard .

“I was (recently) talking to Kevin Ollie and Nick (Collison) that this grou...


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