If The Celtics Use The #6 Pick

Let's assume that Wiggins, Parker, Embiid, and Exum are all of the board in some order. The Jazz then pick at 5 and could go really in any direction.  They have Trey Burke but will likely still be in the market for best available, whoever they think that is. The C's should have a shot at three of these four players.  

JULIUS RANDLE, PF, KENTUCKY, FRESHMEN

I like Randle a lot. He led the SEC in double-doubles (24). Not as long as Vonleh and not as athletic as Gordon but is an excellent rebounder, a trait that will automatically transfer into in the NBA. He can score around the hoop and mid-range.  Maybe it's because he's lefty and doesn't have a huge vertical but you can see Zach Randolph in his game.  That's 20-10 down the road. 

AARON GORDON, F, ARIZONA, FRESHMEN

Big fan of Gordon.  One of the most athletic players in the entire draft (along with Wiggins and LaVine). He was a part of a great team at Arizona this year.  He can already guard multiple positions (Shawn Marion type).  He shot an embarrassing 42% at the free throw line last year but I trust he'll improve that.  His offensive game right now may remind you of Blake Griffin as a rookie (certainly not this year). He is also one of the youngest players in the draft. Upside for days. 

NOAH VONLEH, PF, INDIANA, FRESHMEN

6'10 with a 7'4 wingspan and the 2nd biggest hands in the combine's history.  Wow.  He can shoot from the outside and rebound.  He's one of the few elite players in the draft who did not make the NCAA Tournament (K.J. McDaniels). Not all his fault but just noting it.  He could develop into a double-double guy and a rim protector.  Played prep school ball at New Hampton in NH which is fun. 

MARCUS SMART, PG, OKLAHOMA STATE, SOPHOMORE

Another one of my favorite players in the draft.  He was not a point in high school and he returned for his sophomore year in part to work on it. Unfortunately for him, year two did not go that well.  He went from a Top 3 pick to likely at the end of the Top 10.  He pushed that racist Texas Tech fan and the Cowboys did not have a great year. He needs to shoot better and prove he's a PG.  He's only 6'2.5 but is stronger than any other guard in the draft. Could be solid in the post a la Billups, A. Miller, Parker, Kidd.  I also see some Westbrook and Rose in his game. 

If the Celtics don't trade out they'll have some real good choices at #6.  I'll take a look at #17 and of course have a full two round mock draft between now and June 26.