Boston Celtics draft history includes Marquette players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
The Boston Celtics have drafted several players from Marquette over the years. The latest overview highlights George Thompson, who was picked in the 5th round of the 1969 NBA Draft but did not make the team. The Celtics have found success with numerous picks from various schools in shaping their roster. A detailed look into Marquette's contributions provides insight into the Celtics' draft strategy and player development.
- •George Thompson was drafted 66th overall in 1969.
- •Thompson played three seasons at Marquette.
- •He did not make the Celtics' roster.
- •The Celtics have a strong draft history overall.
- •A complete look at Marquette's drafted players is provided.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Every Memphis player drafted by the Boston Celtics
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Every Maryland player drafted by the Boston Celtics
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Every Marietta College player drafted by the Boston Celtics.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Every Marquette player drafted by the Boston Celtics
"Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of Marietta College.
"Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of Marquette.
"Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of Maryland.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 1:00 PMEvery Memphis player drafted by the Boston Celtics
Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of Memphis.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 1:00 PMEvery Maryland player drafted by the Boston Celtics
Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of Maryland.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 1:00 PMEvery Marietta College player drafted by the Boston Celtics.
Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of Marietta College.
- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 1:00 PMEvery Marquette player drafted by the Boston Celtics
Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of Marquette.
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