Celtics set to select Chris Cenac with No. 27 pick

The Boston Celtics are expected to select Houston freshman Chris Cenac Jr. with the No. 27 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. Cenac, a 6-foot-11 forward, averaged 9.5 points and 7.9 rebounds per game during the last season with the Cougars. This selection adds to the Celtics' strategy as they aim to build a competitive roster in the NBA. The draft is scheduled for later this week, and teams are finalizing their choices.

• 3:12 AMYahoo Sports — Celtics will select Chris Cenac at No. 27