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Celtics draft trio in 2001 and trade for Dennis Johnson in 1983

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Celtics draft trio in 2001 and trade for Dennis Johnson in 1983
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On June 27, the Boston Celtics celebrate several significant events in franchise history. In 2001, they drafted Joe Johnson 10th overall from Arkansas, Kedrick Brown 11th from Okaloosa-Walton Community College, and Joseph Forte 21st from North Carolina. Johnson played only 48 games for the team before being traded to the Suns. The Celtics took Dee Brown in the 1990 draft, known for his dunk contest victory. The franchise also acquired Dennis Johnson from the Suns in 1983, who helped secure two championships during his tenure.

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  • •Celtics drafted Joe Johnson 10th overall in 2001.
  • •Kedrick Brown selected 11th in the same draft.
  • •Dee Brown was drafted in 1990, known for his dunk contest win.
  • •Dennis Johnson traded to Celtics in 1983, winning two championships.
  • •Johnson averaged 12.6 points over seven seasons with Boston.
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