Celtics select Chris Cenac with 27th pick in 2026 NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 3:11 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Boston Celtics selected Chris Cenac Jr. with the 27th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on June 23. Cenac, a freshman from Houston, was a consensus five-star recruit and ranked the No. 7 player nationally. Despite his high recruiting status, he had an atypical season at Houston, often playing off the ball. His 7-foot-5 wingspan and rebounding ability make him a potential asset for the Celtics, who have a deep roster. The Celtics aim to develop Cenac’s skills further at the NBA level, leveraging their talent to support him.
- •Celtics draft Chris Cenac Jr. with 27th pick
- •Cenac ranked No. 7 overall and consensus five-star recruit
- •He had an unusual season with limited ball handling
- •Cenac brings a 7-foot-5 wingspan and strong rebounding
- •Boston looks to develop Cenac's full potential at NBA level
- 3:11 AMYahoo Sports — How Chris Cenac's recruiting ranking makes him look like Celtics draft pick steal
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