Boston Celtics: 5 reasons Robert Williams was a good pick

1. Potential and talent

When considering some of the most talented players in this draft, one name that quickly comes to mind is Robert Williams. It was beneficial that he went back for another year of college because he was able to develop more and become a better player.

There shouldn’t be a penalty on players who don’t go one-and-done at the collegiate level, but that’s what we see from teams when they draft. Every team wants that raw player who is 18 or 19 years old with all the potential in the world. Sometimes you’re better off getting the player with a bit more experience.

Williams is entering the NBA at 20 years old. He might not be the youngest guy in the draft, but he’s still young and booming with talent. I don’t think we will ever see him become an elite offensive player because of his inability to shoot the ball. However, I think it’s safe to say his ceiling is a DeAndre Jordan-type player.

Jordan is one of the better players at his position and like 3-4 years ago when he was in his prime, he was one of the best in the league. If Williams ever became that good, I think the Celtics will be fine knowing they have a top-five talent at the center position.

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Williams could become one of the best defensive players in the NBA and a brute force on the glass. Opposing teams should be worried to face him in five years. The only thing holding him back is his motor. That’s one thing that many teams were cautious of when they passed on him. If there were one team that can get the most out of him, it’s Stevens’ Celtics. Plus, if he played that well without trying 100 percent of the time, then he’ll be even better when he gives it his all.