If you are a Lakers fan and a Kentucky fan you probably won’t be much on this Bleacher Report updated NBA Mock Draft.
All three Kentucky Wildcats are projected to be picked by the Boston Celtics.
14. Boston Celtics (via Kings): PJ Washington (Kentucky, PF, Sophomore)
The Boston Celtics could see a positionless prospect in PJ Washington, whose improved conditioning and shooting—plus that 7’2¼” wingspan—might allow head coach Brad Stevens to play him at multiple spots on the floor.Despite Kentucky’s loss to Auburn in the NCAA tournament, he finished strong with 28 points, 13 rebounds, two threes, two steals and two blocks.
Washington took a sizable step forward this season. Though a lack of explosion and shot-creating skill hint at a lower ceiling, the Celtics could detect value in the middle of the first round for his high floor and fit.
20. Boston Celtics (via Clippers): Tyler Herro (Kentucky, SG, Freshman)
The Celtics could always use shooters to surround their core scorers, and Herro is bound to wow during workouts with his textbook form and effortless range.
22. Boston Celtics: Keldon Johnson (Kentucky, SG, Freshman)
With questions about Johnson’s ball-handling and shooting but promise tied to his downhill scoring ability, set shots and defensive potential, he figures to earn consideration in the tier that follows the lottery. Even if his ceiling is limited, he’d give Boston a tough competitor—though it’s also possible the Celtics trade their third first-rounder.
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If the all 3 Cats go to Boston, UK might have to invite Danny Ainge to be the “Y”.
