Boston Celtics: 2017 NBA Draft grades
By Evan Massey
No. 53 — Kadeem Allen
Kadeem Allen was one of the two prospects taken late in the second round by the Celtics. He was not a heralded name throughout the 2017 draft process, but does have potential.
During the 2016-17 season with the Arizona Wildcats, Allen ended up averaging 9.8 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game. He shot 45.3 percent from the floor and knocked in 42.7 percent of his three-point attempts. Allen’s numbers dont jump off the page, but he is a solid role player.
Whether Allen will make the team or not is another question. Boston already has a very talented roster and with their first two selections in the draft, there isn’t a lot of roster room available. That being said, head coach Brad Stevens is known for getting the best out of his player and perhaps Allen can find a niche.
Allen may not end up making the Celtics’ roster this season, but with a year or two of hard work, he may just find himself on an NBA roster and working his way into a rotation.
Grade: C+