DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MARCH 29: Anton Watson #22 of the Gonzaga Bulldogs takes a shot against the Purdue Boilermakers during the Sweet Sixteen round of the 2024 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament held at Little Caesars Arena on March 29, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Jay LaPrete/NCAA Photos/NCAA Photos via Getty Images)Jay LaPrete/NCAA Photos/NCAA Photos via Getty Images

Celtics Fans Impressed By Anton Watson Pick in 2nd Round of 2024 NBA Draft

Julia StumbaughJun 27, 2024

The Boston Celtics have begun their title defense by selecting two NCAA standouts in the 2024 NBA Draft.

The Celtics followed up Wedneday's selection of Creighton's Baylor Scheierman by drafting Gonzaga forward Anton Watson.

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Watson averaged 14.5 points and 1.5 steals per game as he developed into a two-way player during his senior season.

He could potentially provide scoring off the bench next season as the Celtics look to repeat as champions.

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