Should the Boston Celtics take UConn wing Liam McNeeley in the 2025 NBA draft?
Should the Boston Celtics take UConn wing Liam McNeeley in the 2025 NBA draft? Previously seen as a potential pick in the draft lottery, McNeely was miscast and overburdened in his sole season at the University of Connecticut with a lot of expectations riding on his shoulders the season after back-to-back national titles by the Huskies, the 3-point specialist has now found himself slipping into Boston's range as a result of his poor efficiency at the NCAA level.
Would it be a good gamble for the Celtics to take this high-upside shooter if he slips to their range? Should they consider trading up to get him if the cost is not high?
The hosts of the CLNS Media "How Bout Them Celtics!" podcast, Jack Simone and Sam LaFrance, took some time on a recent episode of their show to talk it over. Check it out below!
If you enjoy this pod, check out the "How Bout Them Celtics," "First to the Floor," and the many other New England sports podcasts available on the CLNS Media network: https://ytubl.ink/3Ffk
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