The Boston Celtics are currently in the midst of preparing for the 2024 NBA Finals, with their eyes set on securing their 18th championship against the Dallas Mavericks in Game 5. However, the team is also gearing up for the offseason and the upcoming 2024 NBA Draft.
Scouting is an essential part of the draft process, and the Celtics have recently held pre-draft workouts with four prospects. Among those who participated were Virginia’s Ryan Dunn, Kentucky’s Justin Edwards, Akron’s Enrique Freeman, and Syracuse’s Judah Mintz.
Dunn and Edwards are considered first-round caliber prospects, with at least one of them potentially being available when the Celtics make their pick at No. 30 overall. Freeman and Mintz, on the other hand, are projected to be second-round picks.
The draft holds significant importance for teams like the Celtics, who have a high payroll. Acquiring young and talented players through the draft is an essential strategy to complement the team’s veteran core while adhering to salary cap restrictions. In recent seasons, the Celtics have found success in the back end of the first round with picks like Robert Williams III, Grant Williams, and Payton Pritchard. The team will look to continue this trend in the upcoming draft scheduled for June 26 at
