{"id":143791,"date":"2025-06-07T11:06:23","date_gmt":"2025-06-07T15:06:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/?p=143791"},"modified":"2025-06-14T13:51:35","modified_gmt":"2025-06-14T17:51:35","slug":"celtics-draft-targets-danny-wolf-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/2025\/06\/07\/celtics-draft-targets-danny-wolf-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Celtics Draft Targets: One of a Kind Big Man is a Clear Fit\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

The NBA Draft is rapidly approaching. One clear need for the Boston Celtics is more big man depth, as Kristaps Porzi\u0146\u0123is<\/a>, Al Horford<\/a>, and Luke Kornet<\/a> all have uncertain futures with the team. With picks No. 28 and 32, the Celtics have an opportunity to bolster their big man depth. Michigan’s Danny Wolf <\/a>is perhaps the most unique player in this draft<\/a> and a clear target for the Celtics. During Wolf’s junior season at Michigan, he posted averages of 13.2 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 3.6 assists on 49.7\/33.6.\/59.4 shooting splits. He played his previous two seasons at Yale. Wolf’s passing vision and ability to handle the ball separate him from other big men. Let’s dive into Wolf’s game and fit with the Celtics.<\/p>\n

Celtics Draft Targets: One of a Kind Big Man is a Clear Fit<\/h2>\n

Wolf’s Playmaking Makes Him a Unique Prospect<\/h3>\n

At 6-foot-11, Wolf took on a lot of point guard duties and was the team’s main ball handler next to Tre Donaldson<\/a>. Wolf operated as a ball handler in the pick-and-roll frequently, which showcased his impressive passing vision. He also threw deep passes in transition and made plenty of reads on drive-and-kick plays. Wolf’s passing ability and versatility make him stand out, especially given his size. In addition to his 3.6 assists, Wolf posted a 22.8 assist rate.<\/p>\n

The game is trending toward everyone being able to handle to ball, making skilled players like Wolf more valuable. Wolf’s ball handling<\/a> also allows him to create his own shot at a high level. Having a big man who can handle the ball, make passes, and create shots is a luxury. Furthermore, Wolf’s screening helps open up the game for his teammates. The Celtics have built an elite offense under head coach Joe Mazzulla<\/a>, and Wolf would be an ideal fit for this offense. It would be interesting to see how a big man with Wolf’s skill set would be utilized in Mazzulla’s system. Wolf’s 25.7 net rating<\/a> this past season highlights his immense overall value.<\/p>\n

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NEW: Danny Wolf passes like Rondo and was a lead playmaker for Michigan, all at almost seven feet.<\/p>\n

He dominates PnRs as a screener or ball-handler, but questions of defense and turnovers loom.<\/p>\n

Wolf should be toward the top of the Celtics' board.<\/p>\n

Full scouting report below\ud83d\udcf0\u2b07\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/L4olIUiEim<\/a><\/p>\n

— Jack Simone (@JackSimoneNBA) May 22, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n