Celtics expected to draft forward Joshua Jefferson to boost Jayson Tatum
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The Boston Celtics may select 6-foot-8 forward Joshua Jefferson with their 27th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, an opportunity highlighted by NBA writer Sam Vecenie. Jefferson, who averaged 16.4 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 4.8 assists this season, could enhance Boston's frontcourt and allow Jayson Tatum to play power forward. After suffering an ankle injury in March Madness, Jefferson’s draft stock ranges from the 20s to the early second round. Adding him could create a more athletic lineup with both Tatum and Jaylen Brown alongside.
- •Celtics hold the 27th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •Joshua Jefferson played at Iowa State and Saint Mary's College.
- •Jefferson suffered an injury during March Madness, impacting his draft stock.
- •His skill set could complement Jayson Tatum's role on the team.
- •Draft projections suggest Jefferson could be a first or early second round pick.
- 12:04 AMYahoo Sports — Celtics Predicted To Add 6-Foot-9 Athletic Forward To Boost Frontcourt
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Celtics Predicted To Add 6-Foot-8 Forward Who Could Unlock Jayson Tatum’s Full Potential
"An NBA writer predicted that the Boston Celtics would add a 6-foot-8 forward, which could help unlock Jayson Tatum's full potential.
"An NBA writer predicted the Celtics would add a 6-foot-9 forward to help boost the frontcourt.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 12:04 AMCeltics Predicted To Add 6-Foot-9 Athletic Forward To Boost Frontcourt
An NBA writer predicted the Celtics would add a 6-foot-9 forward to help boost the frontcourt.
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 5:00 PMCeltics Predicted To Add 6-Foot-8 Forward Who Could Unlock Jayson Tatum’s Full Potential
An NBA writer predicted that the Boston Celtics would add a 6-foot-8 forward, which could help unlock Jayson Tatum's full potential.
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