With the NBA Draft approaching on Wednesday, rumors have been swirling about who the Celtics might target. Holding the 28th and 32nd picks in a deep class, Boston will have access to plenty of intriguing talent still on the board late in the first and early in the second rounds.
At first glance, it seems likely they’ll draft a big man to bridge the gap between the end of Al Horford’s career and the uncertainty surrounding Kristaps Porziņģis. Or, perhaps Brad Stevens will target a versatile guard if Jrue Holiday becomes a second-apron casualty. What about a 3-and-D wing to strengthen the rotation during a season without Jayson Tatum?
For now, all we know is who they’ve brought in for pre-draft workouts. Below is an up-to-date breakdown of every prospect the Celtics have worked out ahead of the draft:
Guards
Cedric Coward, SG, Washington State — 6’6/213lbs, Senior
Coward averaged 17.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists last season, shooting an impressive 40% from beyond the arc. His size and skill set make him a versatile option as both a guard and a wing. His game shows shades of former Celtic Aaron Nesmith.
Chaz Lanier, SG, Tennessee — 6’4/206lbs, Senior
Lanier shined in his one season at Tennessee, averaging 18.0 points per game on 43/30/76 shooting splits. His flame-throwing jumper earned him First Team All-SEC honors and the Jerry West Award. He could fill a Tim Hardaway Jr.-type role in the NBA.
Javon Small, PG, West Virginia — 6’1/190lbs, Senior
Small brings everything you’d want from an undersized guard. He can create his own shot at all three levels and get teammates involved, reflected in his 18.6 points and 5.6 assists per game. Defensively, he’s a pest, averaging 1.5 steals per game last season.
Jaxson Robinson, SG, Kentucky — 6’6/192lbs, Senior
Robinson is on the fringe of being a wing, offering rotational versatility. A sharp-shooter, he hit 37.6% of his 6.9 three-point attempts per game. With his athleticism and wingspan, he profiles similarly to former second-round pick Aaron Wiggins.
Gabe Dorsey, SG, William & Mary — 6’6/215lbs, Senior
Dorsey may go undrafted, but his elite shooting is tough to ignore. He shot over 40% from deep across all four years in college, including nearly 45% as a senior. As a spot-up shooter, he resembles A.J. Green of the Milwaukee Bucks.
Brycen Goodine, SG, Oklahoma — 6’4/180lbs, Senior
A true college journeyman, Goodine played at Syracuse, Providence, Fairfield, and Oklahoma over six seasons. In his later years, he emerged as a sharpshooter, hitting 45% of his threes.
Caleb Grill, SG, Missouri — 6’3, 205lbs, Senior
Grill averaged 13.7 points per game on 39.6% shooting from deep, taking 6.8 attempts per game. Most comfortable in a movement-shooter role, he uses screens and off-ball action to get open. His 1.7 steals per game show scrappy two-way potential.
Zeke Mayo, PG, Kansas — 6’4, 185lbs, Senior
After transferring to Kansas, Mayo immediately showcased his elite shooting touch at a higher level. He shot 44.7% from three on 6.2 attempts per game and was regarded as one of the best shooters in the nation.
Forwards
Johni Broome, PF, Auburn — 6’9, 249lbs, Senior
Broome was a star for Auburn, averaging 18.6 points, 10.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 2.1 blocks per game. He scored inside, displayed mid-range touch, and excelled defensively as a shot-blocker. While questions remain about his fit in the modern NBA, his production is undeniable.
Kobe Sanders, SF, Nevada — 6’9/205, Senior
Sanders has the floor of a reliable rotational wing, but the tools to be more. With the feel of a guard and the size to battle on the wing, he evokes a more mobile Kyle Anderson. He averaged 15.8 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 4.5 assists last season for Nevada.
Mohammad Amini, SF, FIBA — 6’7/210lbs, 20 years old
Amini, an Iranian-born wing, brings international experience but limited minutes at a high-level club in France. As a big, score-first shooter with upside, he could be exciting, but there is plenty of unknown.
Steve Settle, PF, Temple — 6’10/192lbs, Senior
It’s rare to find a 6’10 wing who can shoot it at a 41.6% clip on 3.6 attempts per game from distance. Combine that with plenty of defensive versatility and a knack for getting his teammates open, and you have a very intriguing prospect in Settle.
The Celtics worked out Steve Settle out of Temple today, his agent, Drew Kelso of @OneMotiveSports tell me.
Settle, a 6-foot-11 wing, played 31 games for the Owls this season. He averaged 12.6 points, 6.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists.
He shot a career high 41.6% from deep on 3.6… pic.twitter.com/tgOpDmcUor
— Adam Taylor (@AdamTaylorNBA) June 10, 2025
Obinna Anochili-Killen, SF, Marshall — 6’8/220lbs, Senior
Anochili-Killen was the Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year, averaging 3.2 blocks per game. With a 7’4 wingspan, he offers elite defensive versatility. He must improve his jumper, but projects as the ultimate play finisher — Isaiah Stewart is a reasonable comparison here.
Ben Gregg, PF, Gonzaga — 6’10/230lbs, Senior
Gregg was a stretch-big in Mark Few’s system, hitting 34.1% from deep last season. While his numbers and athleticism don’t pop by any means, Gonzaga’s track record of NBA-ready talent boosts his stock.
Aaron Scott, SF, St. Johns — 6’7/210lbs, Senior
Scott was a consistent starter for the Johnnies, ranking in the Big East’s top 10 in both offensive rebounds and steals. He excels at the little things—defense, hustle plays, and rebounding—and is developing as a low-usage offensive contributor.
Bigs
Clifford Omoruyi, C, Alabama — 6’11/250lbs, Senior
Omoruyi played limited minutes at Alabama but showed strong defensive instincts developed at Rutgers, where he earned Big Ten All-Defensive honors. He shot 73.4% from the field and offers a lob threat, a long wingspan, and explosive athleticism. His game mirrors a rawer version of Onyeka Okongwu.
