Every Nebraska player drafted by the Boston Celtics
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Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Boston Celtics have a history of drafting players from Nebraska. Notable selections include Jim Buchanan in the 1952 NBA Draft, Bill Johnson in 1954, Leroy Chalk in 1971, and Jerry Fort in 1976. However, none of these players made the final roster of the Celtics. The article reviews the contributions of these players during their time at Nebraska and their subsequent drafts.
- •Jim Buchanan drafted in 1952, did not make the team.
- •Bill Johnson selected with the 94th overall pick in 1954, did not play.
- •Leroy Chalk taken in 1971, did not join the Celtics roster.
- •Jerry Fort selected in 1976, also did not make the team.
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