Will the Celtics target Kentucky’s Trey Lyles in the 1st round?

For those with playoff fever, here’s a reminder that what transpires in June and July will have far more impact on this team than the outcome of this series with Cleveland. ESPN Insider Chad Ford has released his latest mock draft and he has the Celtics picking up a couple of big men with picks 16 and 28:

16. Trey Lyles
COLLEGE: Kentucky | HT: 6-10 | WT: 235 | POS: PF

He’s not going to be a superstar for Boston, but Lyles is the type of heady player that should thrive in Brad Stevens’ system. He has a soft touch around the basket, a sweet mid-range jumper and just understands the game. With Brandon Bass and Jonas Jerebko both hitting free agency this summer, there’s going to be a need at the four behind (or maybe in front of) Jared Sullinger.

28. Christian Wood
COLLEGE: UNLV | HT: 6-11 | WT: 220 | POS: PF
The Celtics could use some athleticism in their frontcourt, and Wood brings that. He needs to add strength and a more consistent jump shot, but Wood would immediately be the best shot-blocker on the Celtics.

My initial reaction to this mock draft was… two more 4s? But maybe I just haven’t come to grips with Brandon Bass’ impending departure. I’d like to think the Celtics will make an offer to Jerebko, but predicting which direction Danny Ainge will go with this roster is impossible.

FWIW – Wood hasn’t declared for the draft yet.