NBA Mock Draft: LaMelo Ball jumps back up to No. 1; Warriors make a big trade

NBA Draft prospect LaMelo Ball (Photo by Ian Hitchcock/Getty Images)
NBA Draft prospect LaMelo Ball (Photo by Ian Hitchcock/Getty Images)
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NBA Draft Isaiah Stewart (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images)

26. Boston Celtics – Isaiah Stewart, C, Washington

After selecting a wing player with their first draft pick, taking a big would be a good follow up move. Isaiah Stewart would be in play for the Celtics at No. 26. Stewart was extremely productive during his freshman season at Washington and showed flashes of potential.

Stewart averaged 17 points, nine rebounds, and two blocks per game on 57 percent shooting from the floor. Stewart is another big that the team could add into the rotation (if he’s ready) and a player that they could truly invest time into over the next couple of seasons.

Of course, there’s also a chance that the Celtics end up moving this pick. Boston has their sights set on a championship in 2020-21 and I’m not so sure how three rookies will help them get there.