Celtics Ready to Acquire National Champion Forward in Latest Mock Draft
The Boston Celtics remain focused on the playoffs. Still, the team and fans are studying potential draft targets for next season.
Filmogaz.com NBA senior analyst Kevin O’Connor released a mock draft on Tuesday. He projects the Celtics will use the 27th pick on Michigan forward Morez Johnson Jr.
Why Johnson attracts attention
Scouts describe Johnson as a physical, 250-pound forward. He pairs strength with soft hands and high defensive instincts.
Analysts note his ability to guard multiple positions in a switch-heavy defense. He also impacts games with hard screens and energetic transitions.
Role and limitations
Johnson is praised as a team-first player and a connector on winning teams. He helped Michigan win the national title.
He is not a true center in size. His shooting remains a question mark at the next level.
Fit with the Celtics
The Celtics have valued unselfish, high-effort players recently. Johnson’s profile matches that emphasis.
Boston’s development system may address his shooting and positional questions. That makes him an appealing late first-round target in the mock draft.
College background and statistics
Johnson began his college career at Illinois, playing one season there. He then transferred to Michigan last offseason.
At Michigan, he averaged 13.1 points and 7.3 rebounds per game. His contributions helped the Wolverines secure the national championship.
- Projected pick: 27th overall.
- Weight: roughly 250 pounds.
- College stats at Michigan: 13.1 PPG, 7.3 RPG.
- College path: Illinois (one season) → Michigan (transfer).
With the playoffs underway, draft talk will remain secondary for Boston. Still, the Celtics are clearly ready to pursue a national champion forward in mock draft scenarios.
