"Drew Gooden never complains about playing the center position.

And that's a good thing, because he's stuck with it now that Andrew Bogut is missing eight to 12 weeks with a fractured left ankle.

The 6-foot-10 Gooden normally gives up some bulk and length when he plays at center, but he believes his quickness and ability to shoot the medium-range jumper are adequate compensation.

In the four games since Bogut was injured in Houston last week, Gooden has thrived with increased playing time and a more prominent role in the offense.

The 30-year-old veteran has averaged 19.8 points and 9.3 rebounds in those games as Milwaukee has posted a 3-1 record, including victories over the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat."