Celtics draft history includes players from Northwestern
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Boston Celtics have drafted several players from Northwestern over the years, including George Felt in the 1947 BAA Draft, Rich Falk in the 1964 NBA Draft, and Brian Jung in the 1980 NBA Draft. None of these players made a significant impact during their time with the team. The Celtics have historically utilized the draft to build their roster, reflecting a diverse pool of talent from various colleges. A detailed examination reveals the extent of Northwestern's contribution to the Celtics' draft history.
- •George Felt drafted in 1947 but did not play for the Celtics.
- •Rich Falk was selected in 1964 and did not make the team.
- •Brian Jung was picked in 1980, also without appearing for Boston.
- •Celtics emphasize drafting players to build their teams.
- •Northwestern has had several players drafted despite limited success.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Every Northwestern player drafted by the Boston Celtics
"Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of Northwestern.
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