10 new faces on #Celtics roster. Here is one, rookie G Kadeem Allen from Arizona. Says favorite player as a kid was his older brother #wcvb pic.twitter.com/73LXWWfmR2
— Josh Brogadir (@JoshBrogadirTV) September 25, 2017
Kadeem Allen – Boston Celtics
Kadeem Allen was drafted in the second round at No. 53 in the 2017-18 NBA Draft by the Boston Celtics. His all-around consistent play for the Celtics during the NBA Summer League earned him a two-way contract. Allen will spend his time with both Boston and the G League affiliate Maine Red Claws.
When initially joining the Celtics, Isiah Thomas was part of the team as “the guy.” Now since he has left and joined the Cleveland Cavaliers, Allen’s ability to play the point and shooting guard position makes him a valuable asset.
When asked about Celtics head Coach Brad Stevens, this is what he had to say – it was meant to be:
#Celtics rookie Kadeem Allen on head coach Brad Stevens "I just love to play for a coach that's defensive minded." pic.twitter.com/eynvbOQQnv
— Raul Martinez (@RaulNBCBoston) September 25, 2017
Here is Allen’s NBA Media Day session (sorry for the low volume, would suggest to turn it up):
Kadeem Allen Press Conference: https://t.co/qzOvIGPvfZ via @YouTube
— CLNS Media (@CLNSMedia) September 25, 2017