the stretch forward with a classic Canadian pedigree
Bernard Cote’s profile is that of a 6-foot-9 forward who brought size, shooting touch, and enough versatility to earn time in a Kentucky-to-Northwestern college path; in the 2003-04 season, he hit 4 of 11 from three and shot 70% from the line, hinting at a forward who could space the floor rather than just bang inside. The big differentiator is fit: he looks like a low-usage, team-first glue guy with academic recognition and a steady, international-basketball background—useful if a roster needs length, maturity, and a smart role player more than a primary scorer.
