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Brad Stevens blown away by Celtics' second-round pick's newly tapped skill

In the Celtics' Summer League opener, Max Shulga put his standout trait to the side to showcase a skill that will help him defy the odds.

Boston Celtics guard Max Shulga. | Matthew Stockman/GettyImages

In Max Shulga's final year at Virginia Commonwealth University [VCU], head coach Ryan Odom tasked him with more playmaking responsibilities.

It was a challenge that is already helping the Boston Celtics' second-round pick impress his new team.

A day after the Sin City Celtics beat the Memphis Grizzlies 92-78, Brad Stevens shared with Hardwood Houdini what stood out to him about Shulga's performance in the victory.