With the NBA draft looming in just ten days, the Boston Celtics are expected to undergo significant changes. Aiming for competitiveness in 2025-26, they face challenges, particularly with Jayson Tatum's ruptured Achilles tendon and the difficulty of salary dumping. This season presents a unique opportunity for player development, as Boston may give substantial playing time to JD Davison, Baylor Scheierman, and Jordan Walsh, who have been overshadowed by veterans.

Furthermore, the Celtics possess two valuable draft picks (No. 28 and No. 32 overall), which they are likely to retain to bolster their young talent pool. Among prospects, Zeke Mayo, who averaged 14.6 points per game at Kansas, is highlighted as a potential free-agent signing if he goes undrafted.