Boston Celtics draft history includes players from USF
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Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Boston Celtics have a notable draft history that includes players from the University of San Francisco (USF). Among them is K.C. Jones, drafted in 1956 and recognized for his significant contributions, winning eight championships with the team. Other players like Gene Brown, Ollie Johnson, Russ Gumina, and Byron Jones were drafted but did not make the team. The Celtics have utilized various strategies to build their lineup, with the draft being a cornerstone of their success over the decades.
- •K.C. Jones was drafted in the 1956 NBA Draft.
- •Jones won eight titles with the Celtics during his career.
- •Other USF draftees include Gene Brown and Ollie Johnson.
- •Celtics have historically focused on utilizing the NBA draft.
- •The team's success is partly attributed to scouting various schools.
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