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Dick Harmon: Danny Ainge readies for what is anticipated as a big NBA draft for Celtics

Danny Ainge, President of Basketball Operations for the Boston Celtics and former BYU player, is pictured at the Boston Celtics and San Antonio Spurs Summer League basketball game at EnergySolutions Arena on Thursday, July 9, 2015 in Salt Lake City.

From player to coach and then on to general manager, former Cougar All-American Danny Ainge is on the verge of some big NBA draft twists and turns that could solidify his growing reputation as a leader in the league.

“We need the ping pong balls to bounce our way to give us the best opportunity, whether we use that pick or whether we trade that pick”

Danny Ainge has a chance to do something special as general manager for the Boston Celtics on NBA draft day later this month.