What happened: Chris Cenac Jr. was paired with the Boston Celtics on draft night, marking his arrival to the franchise. The big man joins Boston as the same Chris Cenac Jr. the Celtics selected with the No. 27 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Why it matters: Cenac gives Boston a young frontcourt piece to develop as the franchise looks ahead to the 2026-27 season. First-round depth additions like this shape a contender's rotation and long-term roster flexibility.

What to watch: Watch for how Cenac factors into Boston's offseason plans and where he slots in the frontcourt rotation heading into 2026-27.