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But while the Celtics will likely procure the Kings pick, it’s not guaranteed, and the protections on it will make this season a roller coaster for fans eyeing prospects like Zion Williamson and R.J. Barrett.

The pick, a result of Boston’s trade from one to three (Jayson Tatum) in the 2017 draft, is top-one protected. As long as it doesn’t hit the absolute top of the lottery, the Celtics are fine. If it does, however, the Philadelphia 76ers will get a chance to add yet another young talent to their promising core. That could…