https://www.masslive.com/celtics/index.ssf/2016/07/boston_celtics_summer_league_o_9.htmlNice article and some short clips here.
Young was up and down defensively getting burned pretty good at times, but also got his hands dirty at times and made some pretty scrappy plays plus good shooting.
I agree with the consensus that Yab looks like he might stick here. He isn't dominant and is a bit slow on the pace at times but looks pretty good. Nice upside and versatile. NBA body for sure.
NAder may be as well as a stash somewhere. D-league bound as an extra big man.
Rozier is going to contribute as our backup pg this year. He is shooting the ball quite a bit but really has worked on his offensive game. He's always been good though. Man amongst boys. Needs to work at being a better distributor on cutters but is good running the offense and driving and kicking.
Not sure what Zizic's deal is. He might be our stash. Will be interesting if he plays preseason or here at all this year. With Amir still under contract for a year we may stash him.
Bentil has an NBA body and mindset. He reminds me of Maureese Speights with more range. Powerful dunker but more a roleplayer with solid upside.
Jaylen and Hunter barring injury are going to contribute. Jaylen is our most talented young player along with Smart and Hunter looks much improved.
thornton plays with good aggression. Not the most talented guy in the world. He shoots a lot and gets a bit crazy on d at times. Pretty terrible from 3. his midrange shot has improved. He's an ugly player to watch but he attacks. He's not as bad as he looks.
Jackson has quite a bit of talent for a 3rd or 4th pg after Rozier and Smart. Between him and Thornton right now. Thornton seems to have the edge but Jackson is clearly the superior talent imo.
Still will be interesting what happens with Sully. Nice rookie class though where we may move on from him. I still don't think that's guaranteed but if roster spots and how we drafted are any inclination.
