Updated JUN 21, 2015 1:14p ET

Rumors are flying about the Boston Celtics having interest in moving up in the draft. They have four total picks, future assets and a real need to add serious talent. One potential trade partner could be the Detroit Pistons, who hold the eighth overall pick.

According to MLive’s David Mayo, a scenario where Boston moves several of its picks in this draft for Detroit’s lone first-round selection could be possible:

“Sounds strange, but if the Celtics move up from No. 16, their No. 33 pick may have more trade-package value than No. 28. It’s only five spots, but it’s a guaranteed contract vs. a non-guaranteed one. From the Pistons’ perspective, they would have two of the first eight picks in the second round, would not be locked into another first-round contract, and could stash one of those second-rounders in international reserve. The Celtics can’t keep all their assets but those are pretty strong offers to move up eight spots.”

Why would the Pistons be interested? Well, if Frank Kaminsky or Bobby Portis is available at 16, the Pistons can grab a big with range, then deepen out their roster with valuable picks later on in the first and early second round. 

Then again, the eighth pick could be a franchise-altering talent, especially if Justise Winslow or Mario Hezonja is still on the board. And Detroit badly needs a small forward. But the Pistons can also ask for either Jared Sullinger or Kelly Olynyk to sweeten the pot, and then these two organizations might be onto something serious.

(h/t: MLive)

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