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Post by Admin on May 27, 2019 21:04:22 GMT -5
Celtics host Kaleb Wesson for predraft workout By: Quenton S. Albertie
Brett Rojo - USA TODAY Sports
On Monday, the Boston Celtics hosted a predraft workout for Ohio State big man Kaleb Wesson, Per Ohio State reporter Colin Hass-Hill. The Celtics were also reported to bring in three guard prospects earlier in the day.
At 6-foot-9 and 270 pounds, Wesson holds his weight well and moves well for his size but also is cognizant of how to use his physique to gain low-post position. When making a move from the the post, Wesson shows a high level of skill with his feel, patience, footwork and ability to shoot over either shoulder. He’s the type of player whose throwback skill would be highly useful against teams that deploy more traditional lineups, like the Indiana Pacers but against teams that like to utilize modern day small-ball lineups like the Golden State Warriors, Wesson’s lack of lateral agility would likely be problematic. Furthermore, Wesson isn’t as assertive a rebounder as teams would like a player of his size to be and that dampens the benefit of having a player of his size on the floor although he’s had shown the ability to stretch the floor in his sophomore season. Wesson, who played for the Buckeyes for two seasons, averaged 12.4 points (on 52.5 percent shooting from the field and 33.7 percent shooting from three), 5.9 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.8 blocks and 0.6 steals per game in his collegiate career. He averaged 14.6 points (on 50.0 percent shooting from the field and 34.7 percent shooting three), 6.9 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.0 steal and 0.7 blocks per game in 2018-19. Frankly, there may be little need for Wesson on Boston’s roster in 2019-20 with defensive anchor Aron Baynes looking to return to the Celtics (and having a player option for next season) and the versatile Daniel Theis a restricted free agent who Boston could bring back as well. Aside from Baynes and Theis are Al Horford, who could start at either power forward or center and Robert Williams III, a soon-to-be second-year center with the potential to be a dominant big man. For a big man such as Wesson to be drafted by Boston, likely with their second-round pick, would indicate that they’re not bringing back Theis or that they planned to start Horford at power forward next season. Drafting a big man would also become necessary if the Celtics traded for New Orleans Pelicans center Anthony Davis and lost depth at the center position as a result.
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Post by drewski6 on May 28, 2019 12:38:05 GMT -5
Coby White is not going to be there at 14, and if he is, its a no-brainer. But he wont be. I've seen mocks that have him as high as 4 as low as 8.
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Post by cole on May 28, 2019 20:49:42 GMT -5
I'd be afraid to workout for a team much lower than my expected draft position. A team could put out false rumors or reports so easily in hopes of forcing them to slide down. So much rumor going around by teams for teams.
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2019 9:26:15 GMT -5
Coby White is not going to be there at 14, and if he is, its a no-brainer. But he wont be. I've seen mocks that have him as high as 4 as low as 8. Nah my guess is he's long gone. Ainge likely won't move up either.. None of this really matters we might have 0 picks that's at least 50/50.
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Post by Admin on Jun 3, 2019 0:14:16 GMT -5
Boston Celtics draft rumors 2019: Celtics requested Ole Miss guard Terence Davis for second workoutMississippi guard Terence Davis shoots a free throw against Arkansas during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, March 2, 2019 in Fayetteville, Ark. (AP Photo/Michael Woods) By Tom Westerholm | twesterh@masslive.com
The Boston Celtics requested a second workout with Ole Miss combo guard Terence Davis in their pre-draft process according to the Athletic’s Tony Jones, who reported that Davis would work out with the Utah Jazz as well.
Davis improved significantly as a shooter in his senior season after showing signs of shooting ability in his first three years at Ole Miss. He hit 37 percent of his triples and showed flashes both off the catch and off the bounce. A good athlete with a quick first step, Davis can create for himself out of the pick-and-roll, and while his playmaking has been a bit questionable, he could find a comfortable role in the NBA as a 3-and-D wing with potential for more as a scorer. His physical profile suggests he could be a very effective defender at the next level.
Davis currently is not projected to go in the first round, but if teams like his role playing potential -- particularly playoff teams such as the Celtics, Jazz or Warriors -- they could certainly take a shot on him, hoping his extra years in college prepared him to contribute immediately. Davis could also be getting looks from teams picking in the second round, or from teams hoping to sign him to a two-way contract after Summer League.
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Post by Admin on Jun 3, 2019 17:47:33 GMT -5
Celtics draft 2019: Celtics will work out Admiral Schofield, Ty Jerome, more on Monday By Tom Westerholm | twesterh@masslive.com (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)The Boston Celtics will host their first draft workout with media availability of the offseason on Monday, headlined by Tennessee forward Admiral Schofield and Virginia guard Ty Jerome.
Here’s the full list, per Celtics PR:
- Admiral Schofield, Tennessee
- Jason Burnell, Jacksonville State
- Jordan Bone, Tennessee
- Milik Yarbrough, Illinois State
- Oshae Brissett, Syracuse
- Ty Jerome, Virginia
Schofield and Jerome are the headliners. Schofield is a powerfully built forward, who shot 41.8 percent from 3 last season at Tennessee while averaging 16.5 points per game and 6.1 rebounds. His offensive game needs work, but he has potential as a versatile defender who can guard both the post and the perimeter.
Jerome, meanwhile, helped lead Virginia to a national championship. He’s an excellent shooter who plays hard, but he doesn’t have particularly solid athleticism or physical tools.
Bone could be a sleeper in the draft process -- he’s not expected to be picked in the first round, but as a late second-round selection, his athleticism and gritty defense could be attractive, particularly to a team like the Celtics who appreciate tough-minded defenders at the guard position.
We will have full coverage from the draft workouts this afternoon.
At 6-foot-6, he hit 38.7 percent of his triples for his career, and 41.8 percent in his final season. Roughly 31 percent of his scoring came from behind the arc ...
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Post by Admin on Jun 3, 2019 18:44:17 GMT -5
2019 NBA Draft profile: Cam ReddishBy: Jordan Daly | June 2, 2019 7:14 am
With a loaded 2019 NBA Draft class, it’s almost guaranteed that some highly skilled players will drop to the middle of the first round. Overshadowed by Duke phenom Zion Williamson, wing-forward Cam Reddish is one of those players and will be seen as a steal in this year’s NBA Draft. Following the conclusion of the 2019 NBA Draft Lottery, the Celtics are locked in at the 14, 20, 22 and 51 picks in this year’s draft. With Reddish projected to be a top-10 draft selection, the Celtics will either have to hope that Reddish drops or attempt to trade up. In his one-and-done season at Duke, Reddish played along some of the best players in the NCAA last season, such as Williamson and RJ Barrett. Because of this, Reddish was often underappreciated and undervalued. The 6-foot-8, 218 pound Reddish averaged 13.5 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.6 steals per game and plays a versatile game and is one of the two-way players so often salivated over. Although he shot the ball at a lackluster 35.6 percent from the field and 33.3 percent from deep, scouts say that Reddish can shoot the ball from anywhere with ease with his smooth jumper. Part of the reason for his lack of efficiency may have been his tertiary role, which could bode well for the team that drafts him and allows him to get shots up more frequently; perhaps even in a Sixth Man type role. The 19-year-old also has an impressive 7-foot-0 wingspan, giving him a standing reach just shy of nine feet. ESPN’s draft analyst Mike Schmidtz had high praise for Reddish at the combine, calling him the most naturally gifted player on the floor.
Overall, the athletic swingman has a tremendous upside. However, the biggest thing that is questioned by scouts is Reddish’s passivity and passion. In early first-round picks, NBA teams often look for players with a mentality that show they want to be the best player on the floor – something that Reddish definitely doesn’t seem to have. Playing alongside Williamson and Barrett, Reddish took the backseat and was perfectly fine with it. He was a great teammate, often wanting the team to be put first and not himself – similar to the mentality of NBA superstar Kawhi Leonard. Nonetheless, though it won’t be highly valued by some clubs, that’s a team-first mentality that is often sought out by the Celtics and should continue to be. Especially with how the 2018-19 season played out. Coming into Boston, a contending team, Reddish would be nowhere near the number one option, and having a player that is okay with that is rare to find in the NBA. One concern with Reddish coming to Boston would be the depth at small forward. While Stevens loves running a small ball lineup, there is only so much space for forwards. With Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Gordon Hayward and Marcus Morris often rotating in for a forward role, it would be difficult to find minutes for Reddish right away unless Morris wasn’t re-signed or multiple Celtics find themselves traded. With recent reports saying that star point guard Kyrie Irving is most likely leaving Boston and fellow point guard Terry Rozier leaving some questionable hints in the media, the Celtics should look to acquire either a new point guard or another big man to play alongside the aging Al Horford. With all of that in mind, if Reddish does fall to pick 14, it would be hard to pass up on him and his high upside.
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Post by Admin on Jun 3, 2019 18:59:23 GMT -5
Duke University’s Marques Bolden draws predraft interest from Celtics
By: Quenton S. Albertie
Geoff Burke - USA TODAY Sports
Per SNY TV’s Ian Begley, the Boston Celtics will host a predraft workout for Duke Blue Devils big man Marques Bolden ahead of the 2019 NBA Draft. Bolden has also drawn predraft interest from the New York Knicks, Los Angeles Lakers, San Antonio Spurs, Washington Wizards, Charlotte Hornets and Cleveland Cavaliers.
One of the less heralded players on Duke’s roster, Bolden just finished his third season with the Blue Devils and averaged 5.3 points, 4.5 rebounds and 1.7 blocks per game while shooting 57.9 percent from the field. A springy big man, Bolden’s best attribute has been his ability to alter shots around the rim and defend them along the perimeter as well.
However, even at 6-foot-11 and 250 pounds, Bolden isn’t as sturdy a big man as other players his size are. His lack of scoring ability, whether on the interior it perimeter is also a concern for the team that drafts him as he’s a player that’s rather easy to defend.
Should he work on his core strength and physical conditioning, he could be a solid defensive big man for years to come. Nonetheless, there are going to be better center prospects on the draft and Boston may be better off using one of their draft picks on another prospect, unless center Aron Baynes opts not to return to the Celtics.
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Post by Admin on Jun 3, 2019 19:03:42 GMT -5
NBA prospect Robert Franks had pre-draft workout with Celtics
By: Bryan Kalbrosky
Photo by Kamil Krzaczynski/NBAE via Getty Images
Former Washington State forward Robert Franks is one of several NBA prospects who have had a pre-draft workout with the Boston Celtics.
According to a person who has direct knowledge of the team schedule, the prospect worked out with the Celtics last month. He has also met with four other teams thus far and has six more scheduled before the 2019 NBA Draft. The person told USA TODAY Sports Media Group’s Celtics Wire on the condition of anonymity because they weren’t authorized to speak publicly on this matter.
He matched up with Cameroonian-born prospect Paul Eboua during the workout. Franks measured at nearly 6-foot-9 with shoes at the G League Elite Camp, where he also showed off his long frame with his 7-foot-3 wingspan.
The 22-year-old Washington State standout recently spoke about the ways he could see himself playing a role for a playoff team (via HoopsHype):
“I just kind of put me into the game and imagine myself being out there. Knowing what I can do on the court and how I can space the floor, I feel like I can be a great asset to a lot of teams especially in the playoffs. In this age, you need shooters and I feel I am an elite shooter and I’m a guy that is willing to do anything for their team. If they need someone to run to the corner and spot up, I am able to excel. I imagine myself in the game and it makes it so much more compelling to me, knowing that is where I belong.”
He also touched on his ability to create out of pick-and-pop actions, which is an area where Marcus Morris has thrived in Boston.
Franks, who once weighed 270 pounds while in college, has undergone an unreal body transformation. The prospect currently weighs 220 pounds with a body fat percentage (5.8 percent) that shows off mostly muscle.
TrueHoop’s David Thorpe compared Franks to Khris Middleton on a recent podcast appearance with ESPN’s Zach Lowe. Franks also tested the waters and declared for the draft last season but with another year of maturity under his belt, he feels he is now much more ready for the pros.
“They’re going to see my body transformation from my senior year until now and they are going to be very eager and surprised. They will see the way I compete hard and shoot the ball and I have a very high basketball IQ. All of those things are going to benefit me very well during this process. I want the teams to know I’m a respectful, kind and positive guy. I’m somebody that does not want drama. I’m going to move like a professional and talk highly of my teammates no matter the situation. I’m a great teammate and never selfish and very selfless. I’m a high-character guy. I feel like the NBA loves to see that.”
After winning the Most Improved Player in the Pac-12 in 2018 and then leading the conference in points per game last season, he now appears on draft big boards from top analysts at ESPN and The Athletic.
The latest mock draft from Basketball Insiders has him selected by the New Orleans Pelicans at No. 57 overall. Their selection is six picks after where the Celtics have their second-round pick.
Given his length and shooting ability, it would be a safe assumption to think Franks will have in the NBA at some point in the near future.
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Post by Admin on Jun 3, 2019 20:27:45 GMT -5
Admiral Schofield (Tennessee), Jason Burnell (Jacksonville State), Jordan Bone (Tennessee), Milik Yarbrough (Illinois State), Oshae Brissett (Syracuse), and Ty Jerome (Virginia) worked out for the Celtics on Monday, per Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports Boston (Twitter link). According to team executive Austin Ainge, the C’s have already worked out 70 prospects in preparation for this month’s draft. www.hoopsrumors.com/
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Post by Admin on Jun 5, 2019 1:10:49 GMT -5
Kevin Porter Jr. headlines group of six invited to predraft workout By: Quenton S. Albertie | 9 hours ago
Kirby Lee - USA TODAY SportsPer the Boston Herald’s Mark Murphy, on Tuesday, the Boston Celtics hosted six draft prospects for workouts ahead of the 2019 NBA Draft: USC forward Kevin Porter Jr.; Arizona State guard Luguentz Dort; Kentucky guard Tyler Herro; Iowa State guard T alen Horton-Tucker; Virginia Tech guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker; and South Dakota State guard Skyler Flatten. Porter headlines the group invited for predraft workouts, as he was a heralded prospect throughout the 2018-19 despite his lackluster numbers. Possessing prototypical size and athleticism, he averaged just 9.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 0.8 steals in 22.1 minutes per game as a freshman last season. However, shooting 47.1 percent from the field and 41.2 percent from three-point range, Porter was effective despite not being dominant. He has a solid crossover dribble, jumper and athleticism, as well as natural scoring instincts. Further, at 19-years-old, he also still has plenty of time to develop physically and mentally. A factor that Celtics director of player personnel Austin Ainge would note:
That should increase the chances of a team selecting him in the first round, especially with Porter letting teams know that any question of his work ethic is off the mark. The Celtics don’t have a particular or immediate need for Porter but should he reach his potential, they’ll be glad to be the team that drafted him. Dort excels at getting to and scoring around the rim, be it in transition or in the halfcourt. He’s also a fine defensive player, earning all-conference honors for his defense as a freshman. In his sole season for the Sun Devils, 4.3 of his 16.1 points per game came from the free-throw line, where he took 6.1 attempts per game. Dort’s inefficiency is an eyesore though, with the 6-foot-4 guard shooting just 40.5 percent from the field and 30.7 percent from three. That said, Dort has some similarities to Celtics guard Marcus Smart that could make him a solid option for backcourt depth. Alexander-Walker also presents Boston with an intriguing option, given his ability to knock down shots from the perimeter as off-ball threats and willingness to attack the rim despite his obvious prowess as a jump shooter. Averaging 16.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.9 steals per game last season, his second with the Hokies, Alexander-Walker showed himself capable of filling up the box on a nightly basis, a trait shared by Celtics like Smart and veteran big man Al Horford. Players like that are invaluable, especially when they’re marksmen from deep, as Alexander-Walker is. The Celtics are fully immersed in draft season now and will have four picks in the 2019 NBA Draft, with three in the first round. There may be a couple of diamonds in the rough that Boston can find in the middle of the first round but it’s looking like the Celtics will find fine depth at the very least.
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Post by Admin on Jun 5, 2019 1:17:58 GMT -5
Celtics to host sharpshooter Dylan Windler for predraft workout
By: Ky Carlin
Joe Robbins - Getty Images
The Boston Celtics have three first round picks in the 2019 NBA Draft and are beginning their preparation for that night at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
The one thing you can never have enough of in the league is shooting and the Celtics are bringing in Belmont’s Dylan Windler, one of the NCAA’s top marksmen, for a predraft workout according to Bleacher Report’s Jonathan Wasserman.
Windler averaged 21.3 points and 10.8 rebounds per game while shooting 42.9 percent from deep in the 2018-19 season, leading the Bruins to the NCAA Tournament.
Keeping in mind that two of the five Celtics to shoot at least 36.0 percent from three were experiencing career-best seasons from deep, Boston could use another three-point threat and that is Windler’s specialty. No matter what happens with soon-to-be free agent Kyrie Irving this summer, he would be able to provide the floor spacing that every team needs to run an offense efficiently.
By bringing him in for a second workout, the Celtics clearly have shown enough interest in him that he would be worth a look with one of their first round picks.
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Post by Admin on Jun 5, 2019 16:46:19 GMT -5
Kentucky's Tyler Herro in town for Celtics workout - young man can shoot the ball By Tom LanePhoto via Matt Stone/Louisville Courier Journal
Tyler Herro (pronounced HERO - plenty of room to play with that) was in town yesterday to work out for the Celtics. He is long (6'6" in height) and athletic - but most of all, he is a shooter and scorer. The 19-year-old from Kentucky is projected to go in the first round of the NBA draft, somewhere between the late-teens to mid-20's - which may make him a target of the Celtics with either the #20 or the #22 pick.
At Kentucky, he averaged 14.0 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 2.5 APG while shooting 46% from the field, 36% on treys and a terrific 94% from the foul line. He is not a great ball-handler, but he can sure shoot the ball very well with his quick release. He may take a few years to acclimate to the NBA, but his offensive ability may fit Brad Stevens offensive schemes very well.
Herro may be heading upwards in draft projections. This is from the latest mock from SI's Jeremy Woo:
#15 TYLER HERRO SG, Kentucky | Freshman Height: 6’6” | Weight: 190 | Age: 19 | Last Rank: 16
Teams were buzzing about Herro as a potential first-rounder coming into the season, and after a slow start, he settled in and cemented himself as one of the more dynamic perimeter scorers in this class. His ability to make difficult shots from deep and playmake a little on the side has always been endearing. Herro has cut back a bit on his tendency to overdribble, and seemed to have a good feel for his responsibilities by season’s end. His body type doesn’t have great appeal from an NBA standpoint, but his overall defensive effort and toughness have been encouraging. He’s trending in a good direction going into the predraft process. www.celticslife.com/2019/06/kentuckys-tyler-herro-in-town-for.html
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Post by Admin on Jun 9, 2019 21:52:16 GMT -5
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