Boston Celtics evaluate draft prospects ahead of 2026 NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Boston Celtics are preparing for the 2026 NBA Draft as they hold the 27th and 40th overall picks. Brad Stevens, the team's President of Basketball Operations, is looking at potential fits for the roster. In a recent episode of the "How Bout Them Celtics!" podcast, hosts Jack Simone and Sam LaFrance reviewed players who might be available to the Celtics, discussing various scenarios where the team could select higher in the draft. The conversation included insights from draft analyst Tyler Rucker, focusing on the options that could strengthen the roster.
- •Celtics hold 27th and 40th picks in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •Brad Stevens seeks players that fit the team's needs.
- •Podcast episode features analysts discussing potential draft choices.
- •Celtics may select higher than current pick positions.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — What sort of players might be in range for the Boston Celtics in the 2026 NBA Draft?
"And more importantly, which of them might be good fits?
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