The NBA champions were the last picks in the first round. Boston’s decision is very interesting.
Artemy Berstenev June 28, 2024, 14:15 Moscow time Audio version: Your browser does not support the audio element.
Another smart move by the Celtics front office during the 2024 NBA Draft?
Just over a week after winning its 18th championship, the Massachusetts franchise completed the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft with Baylor Scheuermann, a six-foot-tall left-handed sharpshooter from Creighton University, as the final pick . Playing at the college level, including two years at Creighton, prepared him for an NBA career. A full-back who has stood the test of crucial matches and has demonstrated his ability to be a key player.
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In the world of basketball, where the three-point shot is no longer rare, Baylor Scheuerman surprises. His accuracy from the perimeter is the result of years of practice and confidence in every move. The statistics speak for themselves: almost 40% of turnovers. This is not an accident, but the fruit of disciplined work and self-confidence. Last season he once again confirmed his level, converting 38.1% of three-point shots in 8.3 attempts per game.
Baylor Scheuerman excels as a scorer, but his talent doesn’t end there. He is a competitive and versatile basketball player who can rebound the ball and make accurate passes. Baylor holds a special place in men’s college basketball history as a Division I player with over 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, 500 assists and 300 three-pointers. At 23 years old, he is NBA-ready and has a skill level that likely surpasses many other first-round draft picks, making him a valuable asset for a team with championship aspirations like Boston.
“They like my game. They like my versatility and how I think about the game. They are happy for me to join their system. They think I’m a great candidate for them,” Scheuerman said when asked what the Celtics told him after the pick. “Seeing the Celtics win in 2008 with Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen, and then their championship this year and the confidence with which they drafted me. They don’t just bring someone into the organization, so I’m very excited about the opportunity and can’t wait to get to work,” Baylor added.
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By joining Boston’s ranks, Scheuerman will have the opportunity to learn from players like Al Horford, as well as star forwards Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum. His shooting can immediately strengthen the team’s bench. However, given the current depth of the roster, the Celtics can afford to take their time with the rookie, giving him time to improve his skills. His rebounding ability gives him added value for the Celts, which is especially important for a team that sometimes prefers to play with a small five.
Scheuerman is Boston’s first first-round pick since 2020, breaking a three-year drought. Celtics fans probably shouldn’t expect Scheuermann to be on the court much in his first season. Most likely, he will spend most of his time in the Development League, where he will quietly gain experience and improve his skills, which will ultimately benefit the franchise.
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