The Boston Celtics selected Jordan Walsh from the University of Arkansas with the No. 38 pick in the 2023 NBA draft on Thursday night. This came after Boston made several moves to trade back in the draft and pick up draft capital along the way.
Walsh is a lengthy wing who could play in the frontcourt. At 6 feet, 7 inches with a 7-foot-2 wingspan and a high motor, he is a solid defender. His footwork and his athleticism made him one of the stronger individual defensive players playing at the college level last year. On offense, he passes the ball well and would be an interesting piece in head coach Joe Mazzulla’s spread offense.
At the time of this writing, Boston is a little thin on the wing. Perhaps Walsh could help with this problem. It’s also possible Walsh spends time with the Maine Celtics, Boston’s G League team.
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