Boston Celtics draft prospects: Chaz Lanier highlights
The upcoming NBA Draft could be a strong option for Stevens to add some cost-controlled talent at positions of need. If he is looking for a potential guard addition, Chaz Lanier could be on the board at either 28 or 32, both of which are the Celtics' draft picks.
Lanier is a five-year collegiate product, having transferred to Tennessee at the start of the season. He ended up producing an award-winning season while averaging 18 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game. Lainer shot the rock at a 39.5% clip from the 3-point line and a 43.1% success rate from the field. He could potentially add some additional scoring to Mazzulla's guard rotation.
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