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2014 NBA Draft Rumors: Boston Celtics eyeing Aaron Gordon

By Andrew Melnick

Feb 9, 2014; Tucson, AZ, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Aaron Gordon (11) celebrates after scoring during the first half against the Oregon State Beavers at McKale Center. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 9, 2014; Tucson, AZ, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Aaron Gordon (11) celebrates after scoring during the first half against the Oregon State Beavers at McKale Center. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-USA TODAY Sports /
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The Boston Celtics were obviously hoping to move during Tuesday night’s 2014 NBA Draft Lottery, but instead moved down a spot as the Cleveland Cavaliers vaulted their way to the top pick.

Whether or not the Celtics were eyeing a certain prospect near the top or eyeing a potential trade for Minnesota Timberwolves’ power forward Kevin Love is the question.

Of course, even if the Celtics are making Love the priority, they will still be doing their homework in regards to the draft. Over the last few months, there have been several reports that the Celtics like former Arizona Wildcats’ power forward Aaron Gordon. In fact, the Celtics interviewed Gordond uring last week’s NBA Scouting Combine.

Chad Ford believes the sixth pick and other assets may not be enough to snag Love, but Gordon would be a good fit for the Celtics.

"I don’t know that the 6th pick will get it done. The Celtics will have to offer more and I’m not sure what that is exactly. But yes, I see the Celtics looking for offers at this point. I thought they’d only keep the pick if it was Top 3 or 4. I have them taking Aaron Gordon in the mock. Just seems like a Danny Ainge pick to me. Athleticism, plus motor and toughness."

Gordon averaged 12.1 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.8 assists per game for the Wildcats this season.

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