The Celtics had some success in the draft, with Reggie Lewis and Brian Shaw being considered good picks given the team's lower draft positions.
However, when it came to player development and injecting them with the "Celtic green blood," the Celtics' outdated mindset clashed violently with the ideas of a new era of players and the all-new NBA salary environment.
In the eyes of Bostonians, becoming a "Celtic" was a special honor.
The green of the Celtics was different from other teams. Donning this jersey and playing in the Boston Garden meant carrying the glorious history of the team, a responsibility, a tradition, a glory.
Therefore, the Celtics management never thought that after being selected by the Celtics, a player would choose to walk away and not sign with the team.
