The Morning Dump... Where Perk likes to get as deep as possible

Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here... highlighting the big storyline.  Because there's nothing quite as satisfying a good morning dump.

Boston Celtics center Kendrick Perkins talks like he plays: with maximum efficiency and the delicacy of a sledgehammer.

"I'm a guy who never settles for a face-up jump shot. I'm going to get as deep in the post as possible," he said. "Some guys, even big guys, tend to settle. They spend the whole off season working on their outside game, trying to prove they can make that shot. I'm not one of those guys. Get to the rim: That should make sense to anybody."

That layup-or-bust philosophy explains why more than 80 percent of Perkins' field-goal attempts -- a remarkable 131 out of 152 shots -- are clustered in the tight area closest to the hoop. It also explains why the 25-year-old is the NBA's most accurate shooter at 65.1 percent and the rock in the Celtics' low-post defense.

SI.com - Often Overlooked, Perkins Becomes Force for Celtics

My heart melts when this kid gets national exposure. He works his ass off and deserves the recognition. This is a great story in SI. Britt Robson talks about Perk's high defensive intellect and why he uses his hands, instead of his forearms for post defense.

On page 2, why Ray Allen will never eat concession stand food again before a game.

Allen told a story a few weeks ago about going against his nutritional philosophy. Allen said he was hungry before a game and sent a locker room attendant to get him some pasta from the concession stands. Allen devoured the food but paid for it during the game because his system didn’t digest it properly.

“I don’t know what happened,’’ he said. “But I became dizzy and woozy.’’

Globe - Score One for the Good Guy

Maybe the team should consider a pre-game spread? It would keep Ray and Rondo (remember the Chick-Fil-A story?) from having gastro-intestinal issues during games.

The rest of the links:

Herald - Daniels Absence Opens Door | Scouting Report: Cs at Wizards | Rondo on point for Team | LA Times - Celtics streaking, but Rondo can't shoot straight | BDL - Howard Throws Spitballs | Lakers Beat Jazz for 10th straight |