The Celtics are prepared to make some moves in the frontcourt if Walter McCarty doesn't accept their offer, but the team also appears to be looking for a point guard - perhaps one who is familiar to Boston fans.

Kenny Anderson is among the players Danny Ainge has spoken to in an attempt to beef up his backcourt. Springfield native Travis Best, a target last summer, also is in the mix while talks with Antonio Daniels ultimately failed (he's headed for Seattle).

The point would seem crowded, but Ainge explained his reasons yesterday.

``I don't look at Tony (Delk) as a point guard. I look at Tony as a two-guard. I look at JR (Bremer) and Marcus (Banks) as my only point guards right now even though Tony can play there some.''