Celtics Predicted To Add 14.7-Point Center Who Could Steal Minutes From Neemias Queta
The Boston Celtics are predicted to select center Tarris Reed Jr. in the upcoming NBA Draft. Reed, who averaged 14.7 points and nine rebounds per game at UConn, could potentially take minutes away from current center Neemias Queta. The Celtics currently hold the No. 27 pick, which may limit their options for immediate contributors.
- ▪The Celtics are focusing on their 2026 NBA Draft selections.
- ▪Kevin O'Connor projected that the Celtics will choose UConn's center, Tarris Reed Jr.
- ▪Reed averaged 14.7 points and nine rebounds per game last season.
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