Boston Celtics eye Chris Cenac in potential draft trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 9:05 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The Boston Celtics are considering a trade to select Chris Cenac, a nearly 7-foot center from Houston, in the 2026 NBA Draft. Cenac averaged 9.5 points and 7.9 rebounds per game in his last NCAA season and is projected to be a mid-to-late first-round pick. The Celtics seek to bolster their frontcourt depth as they approach the draft. Highlights of Cenac's performance are available for review as the draft nears.
- •Cenac averaged 9.5 points and 7.9 rebounds last season.
- •Projected draft position is late lottery to mid-first round.
- •Celtics aim to strengthen frontcourt depth.
- 9:05 AMYahoo Sports — Can the Boston Celtics trade up to take Houston big man Chris Cenac in the 2026 NBA Draft?
"A near 7-footer, Cenac put up 9.5 points and 7.9 rebounds per game at the NCAA level with Houston last season. Check out his '25-26 highlights!
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