The Boston Celtics are the rare, legitimate playoff team that's also equipped with plenty of draft picks. Having such assets is a luxury, but using them wisely can be tricky.
Thanks to expert bargaining, president of basketball operations Danny Ainge has accumulated eight selections going into the 2016 NBA draft on June 23, including three in the first round (Nos. 3, 16 and 23).
Having finished the season with a 48-34 record, the Celtics are ready to win now. Trading picks for established players is a viable option, but that doesn't exempt the team from doing its due diligence in case no satisfying return can be found. Boston will still have some voids to fill through the draft.
The Celtics can go in numerous directions with each of their first-round picks, and the dilemma of drafting the best player available versus actual need will inevitably come into play.
No. 3 Pick
Buddy Hield: SG, Oklahoma, Senior (22)
Height: 6'4"
Weight: 214 lbs
2015-16 stats: 25.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists
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