Boston Celtics draft every player from UNLV in history
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
The Boston Celtics have drafted several players from UNLV over the years, highlighting the university's contributions to the team's roster. The most notable selection includes Gerald Paddio, who was drafted in the third round of the 1988 NBA Draft. Despite being a draft pick, Paddio did not play any regular-season games for the Celtics. The analysis showcases the varied paths players take to reach the NBA and the Celtics' strategy in utilizing the draft to build their team.
- •Gerald Paddio was drafted in the 1988 NBA Draft.
- •Paddio was a forward who did not make the Celtics' final roster.
- •Celtics' draft strategies have historically included players from UNLV.
- •The Celtics often rely on the draft to find talent.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Every Utah player drafted by the Boston Celtics
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Every USC player drafted by the Boston Celtics
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Every UNLV player drafted by the Boston Celtics
"Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of Utah.
"Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of UNLV.
"Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of USC.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 1:00 PMEvery Utah player drafted by the Boston Celtics
Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of Utah.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 1:00 PMEvery USC player drafted by the Boston Celtics
Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of USC.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 1:00 AMEvery UNLV player drafted by the Boston Celtics
Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of UNLV.
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