Clark University's Celtics Draft Picks

0:00It's March 30th. You're listening to Boston Celtics News today, AI-powered coverage of your squad. The Boston Celtics have always leaned hard on the NBA draft to build winners, snagging their biggest stars right there, or through trades on draft, night. From legends to solid role players, most of the franchises all-time greats came via that route, and they've pulled talent from big time programs and tiny colleges alike. Today we're zooming in on a surprise source, Quark University. Over the years, Celtics scouts eyed players from all corners, proving no school was too small to overlook. Clark, a small liberal art spot in Worcester, Massachusetts, sent a couple of guards Boston's way back in the day. It's a reminder that draft boards back then went deep into the rounds, fishing for diamonds in the rough. Fans love digging into this history, especially with the Celtics 17 championships tied to smart drafting. These card picks highlight how the team casts a wide net, even if not every selection stuck.

1:00It adds flavor to the legacy, showing the grind behind the glory. Take Duane Corvo, drafted in the 10th round, 7th pick, 86 overall, and 1964. He spent time at Clark, but never cracked the Celtics roster. Then there's Dan Trant, another guard from the same school, grabbed in a late round who also washed out before training camp. Draft stories like these keep the conversation alive, underscoring why Boston stays elite at spotting talent no matter the jersey. Keeps you appreciating the full picture.