NBA Draft: 8 Guys Who Can Immediately Help the Boston Celtics
The Boston Celtics have one more run left in them, and here are eight guys who could immediately make an impact off the bench. Picking at 25, the Celtics won't have the opportunity to grab a true "Blue Chipper", so they must be smart in the qualities they most desire. Finding offense and rebounding support will be key this offseason for the Celtics.
Kenneth Faried, PF, Morehead State
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Kenneth Faried immediately addresses a huge area of need for the Celtics, adding front court depth and rebounding prowess. While his offensive skills are a bit lacking, that isn't the biggest need right now. Faried brings an intensity that KG will love, and KG has a power forward he can groom for the future
Chris Singleton. F, Florida St.
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Singleton is a defensive maestro who has the body type to match up with smaller power forwards and larger small forwards. He is a hustle guy who won't add much in terms of offense but can find his way to the basket through offensive rebounds and broken plays. He would provide toughness at either forward position and help booster the Celtics lackluster rebounding totals.
Jordan Williams, PF, Maryland
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Again with rebounding and an inside presence, Williams will help fortify a decrepit front line. Williams has a much better offensive presence than Faried but has had work ethic issues in the past. With the KG, Pierce and Allen providing guidance, that should not be an issue, though.
Klay Thompson, SG, Washington St.
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Klay Thompson has an incredible shot and can add range to the Celtics when Ray Allen is on the bench. Much like Allen, he is strong coming off the screen and would be an added threat when Pierce or Allen need a blow.
Tyler Honeycutt, SG, UCLA
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Honeycutt is a incredible athlete who plays larger than his position. He saw drops in production in terms of shooting, but that is mostly due to shot selection. Honeycutt will help spread the floor and will provide added rebounding and defense at the guard position
Tobias Harris, SF, Tennessee
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With Big Baby likely leaving for a starting job, Harris fits the high motor low post player who is undersized spot. Harris looks to be out of shape but isn't. This is due to his youth; a year of two with NBA trainers will help that. Harris has no real post moves to speak of but has the ability to get to the basket. He doesn't rebound all that well but has enough athleticism that he may work his way into a few a game.
JaJuan Johnson, PF, Purdue
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JaJuan Johnson is a bit of a tweener. He still needs to bulk up much like Chris Bosh and Marcus Camby did when they came out. He can finish and will help the frontline defensively but may end up getting banged up if he can't bulk up some.
Josh Selby, SG, Kansas
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Selby is incredibly athletic and knows how to get the ball into the basket from any angle. The only problem is he is terribly inconsistent. On his "on" nights, he can't be stopped, but when he if off, he is really off. Selby would provide a huge boost if he could harness his talent and become more consistent.
