A couple of familiar faces are returning to the basketball court this summer.
Former Celtics Kendrick Perkins and Eddie House have entered the BIG3 draft pool for the 3-on-3 league’s upcoming season. Perkins expressed interest in inking an NBA contract this year and even spoke to Boston’s president of basketball operations Danny Ainge in November, but remains unsigned, while House’s 11-year career ended in 2011. Both were part of the Celtics’ 2008 title team.
Founded by rapper Ice Cube, the BIG3 is an opportunity for ex-NBA players to extend their playing careers. In its third season, the league has expanded from eight to 12 six-person teams and will host games two nights a week in 18 cities.