Tarris Reed Jr. may be out of Boston Celtics range in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Tarris Reed Jr., the UConn big man, has seen his draft stock rise leading into the 2026 NBA Draft. Projections indicate that he may no longer be within reach of the Boston Celtics, who currently hold the 27th overall pick. Reed averaged 14.7 points, 9.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 2.0 blocks during his last college season, while shooting 60.7 percent overall. Many believe the Celtics may need to trade up for a chance to select him. His recent performances have caught the attention of scouts and analysts alike.
- •Tarris Reed Jr. averaged 14.7 points and 9.0 rebounds last season.
- •Reed may be the best big man available not projected in the lottery.
- •The Celtics hold the 27th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •Mock drafts suggest the Celtics might need to trade up to select Reed.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Has UConn big Tarris Reed Jr. risen out of the Boston Celtics range in the 2026 NBA Draft?
"The Husky alum might be the best big available in the first round not going in the lottery.
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