The are talking more highly on Jaylon Brown than Chriss. But, they are even higher on Dragan Bender. Ainge himself recently went to Europe to talk to him & watch him workout.
Ainge made no secrets about it either. He was impressed with Bender. That doesn't mean we're 100% taking him with that 3rd pick but if I were a betting man that's who I think we will take now.
Not much talk at about Hield being picked by the Celtics. He would be my 2nd choice behind Bender. Jaylon Brown would be my 3rd choice. After that, I really don't care. If we can't get either one of these 3 players then trade the darn pick away if you ask me.
I'll tell you somebody I would love to have with one of the later first round picks. That player would be Brice Johnson out of UNC. That guy is so athletic & can jump out of the gym. He can shoot well up to 17-18 feet out. He's 6'10" & can do so many things really well.
He's a solid rebounder & defender. He's a really good FT shooter for his size. He just needs to put on a few lbs & he will be fine. Could be a walking double-double for this team after his rookie season.