Boston Celtics draft players from Richmond program over the years
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Last updated Jul 22, 2026
The Boston Celtics have a history of drafting basketball players from Richmond, as detailed in a recent report. John Schweitz is noted as a 6th round pick from the 1982 NBA Draft who played four seasons at Richmond but did not make the Celtics roster. The Celtics have successfully built their teams primarily through the draft and trades. The report highlights the significance of various schools, including Richmond, in contributing talent to the Celtics. Further insights into the drafting trends and the players' career trajectories could emerge from future studies.
- •Celtics drafted John Schweitz from Richmond in 1982.
- •Schweitz was a 6th round pick, 138th overall.
- •He played four seasons at Richmond before joining the NBA draft.
- •Schweitz did not make the Celtics' final team.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Every Richmond player drafted by the Boston Celtics
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