Boston Celtics aim to trade up in NBA Draft ahead of June 23 event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 3:43 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Boston Celtics are reportedly looking to trade up from their No. 27 pick in the NBA Draft set for June 23. The team also holds the No. 40 pick in the second round. Sources suggest the Celtics may have specific players in mind, including Tarris Reed Jr., Alex Karaban, and Henri Veesaar. Additionally, there are speculations about Boston positioning itself for a potential move for Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Celtics' draft strategy appears to focus on enhancing their roster with players capable of fitting into their style of play.
- •The NBA Draft occurs on June 23.
- •Celtics currently have the No. 27 and No. 40 picks.
- •Boston linked to players like Tarris Reed Jr. and Henri Veesaar.
- •Rumors suggest Celtics may target Giannis Antetokounmpo in trades.
- •Celtics seek to enhance their player roster and skills.
- 3:43 AMYahoo Sports — Boston Celtics Reportedly Looking to Make Big Move in NBA Draft
"The Celtics currently have to picks in the draft, which begins on Tuesday night.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NBA•Oct 20, 2026, 11:07 PMCeltics collapse in fourth quarter to spoil Paul George's debut- NBA•Oct 20, 2026, 10:54 PMJoe Mazzulla Sees One Major Problem in Celtics' Season-Opening Loss to Pistons
NBA•Oct 20, 2026, 10:04 PMDetroit Pistons use epic 23-0 run to top Celtics in national TV opener
NBA•Oct 20, 2026, 10:04 PMJoins Jaylen Brown as the only Celtics with 35+ PTS, …
NBA•Oct 20, 2026, 9:49 PMIs LeBron James playing tonight? Sixers projected starting lineup vs. Knicks
NBA•Oct 20, 2026, 9:48 PMPaul George passes Kyle Korver on all-time 3-point list during Celtics debut
