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Celtics mark key trades and draft picks on June 28

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Celtics mark key trades and draft picks on June 28

Summary

On June 28, the Boston Celtics made a significant trade for Hall of Fame guard Ray Allen, sending Delonte West, Wally Szczerbiak, and Jeff Green to the then-Seattle Supersonics in exchange for Allen and Glen Davis. This trade was pivotal as it preceded Kevin Garnett's subsequent move to Boston. Additionally, the Celtics drafted notable players during the 2007, 2006, 2012, and 2005 NBA Drafts held on this date, including Jeff Green and Jared Sullinger, who would contribute to the team's future success. Each draft featured varying levels of impact from the selected players.

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•Celtics traded for Ray Allen from the Supersonics in 2007.
•Signed Glen Davis as part of the Allen deal.
•Boston drafted Jared Sullinger 21st overall in the 2012 NBA Draft.
•Jeff Green was selected 5th overall by Boston in 2007.
•Celtics also picked players like Randy Foye and Gerald Green in earlier drafts.

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