re: Celtics may trade out of #1?

definitely a win for the Sixers. they finally get to use a high pick on a guy with talent AND fit. no one else in that range matches that criteria for them as well as Fultz.

and they only give up 1 extra pick (w/ protections) to move up for the consensus best player in the draft.

for Boston, it's a little less clear for me. if they're right about Jackson (or whomever) v Fultz, that's a win.

i also think the cap difference between #1 and #3 (assuming they keep #3) will help them get to a max slot more easily. if i'm Ainge, i'm pushing for a max FA this summer and star trade before i have to make a decision on Thomas, Bradley, Smart.