Episode
Celtics Need Big Man in Draft
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- Jun 4, 2026
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- 103
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Summary
The NBA Finals are heating up, and one key storyline? The rise of the elite defensive center. Jalen Brunson shined, but Karl-Anthony Towns stole the spotlight by locking down Victor Wembanyama — proving that having a dominant big man who can guard the best is non-negotiable. Teams like the Nuggets, Sixers, and Thunder already have that edge with Jokic, Embiid, and Holmgren. Meanwhile, the Celtics’ frontcourt struggles — especially with Neemias Queta faltering against Embiid — highlight a glaring need. With the 27th pick in the draft, Boston could finally find a versatile big who can stretch the floor or run the offense — the perfect piece to elevate their championship chances. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7b6d57c01f133b1c