Dillon Mitchell showcases 3-point shooting at Las Vegas Summer League
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 1:48 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Dillon Mitchell, selected by the Boston Celtics with the 40th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, impressed with his shooting during a Summer League game against the Las Vegas version of the Charlotte Hornets. After a collegiate season where he shot just 6.7 percent from beyond the arc, Mitchell converted 2-of-5 three-pointers. His preparation with Celtics assistant coach Craig Luschenat has bolstered his confidence in shooting. Mitchell acknowledged that defenders were leaving him open, allowing him to take more shots than he did in college. This performance marks a significant development for the forward moving forward in his career.
- •Mitchell made 2-of-5 three-point attempts in his Summer League game.
- •He shot just 6.7 percent from three-point range last college season.
- •Celtics selected him 40th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •Mitchell worked closely with assistant coach Craig Luschenat to improve his shooting.
- •He expressed newfound confidence in his shooting ability during the game.
- 1:48 AMYahoo Sports — Dillon Mitchell on finding his 3-pointer with Sin City Celtics
"What changed for Mitchell? Access to the Celtics' developmental experts -- and sweat equity.
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