The Boston Celtics are gearing up for the 2025 NBA Draft, holding the 28th and 32nd overall selections. With the draft approaching, team president Brad Stevens acknowledges that this year's class has been significantly impacted by NIL agreements, affecting player choices. He notes that options are expected to be more limited due to early entrants withdrawing. Expert predictions suggest the Celtics may draft Arkansas forward Adou Thiero and Spanish prospect Hugo Gonzalez as they navigate the talent pool with their late-first and early-second-round picks.
"This year's draft class, more than any ever, has been affected by the NIL and the new pay-for-play," Stevens recently told NBC Sports Boston's Chris Forsberg.
"The Celtics can expect fewer options with their late first-round and early second-round picks this year, relative to typical draft years."
"Thiero had a breakout junior season... he showcased athleticism along the perimeter, but struggled with his three-point shooting."
"Experts predict that the Celtics may select Arkansas F Adou Thiero in Round 1 and G/F Hugo Gonzalez in Round 2 of the draft."
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