Celtics pick Texas guard Avery Bradley

The Celtics [team stats] have officially turned the page and moved on to the 2010-11 season. A week after losing Game 7 of the Finals, the Celtics selected Avery Bradley with the 19th pick in tonight’s NBA draft.

Bradley, a freshman guard from Texas, was somewhat of a surprise considering the Celtics needs on the wing and in the frontcourt. A number of players were available to fill those positions, but general manager Danny Ainge elected to go with Bradley, who figures to back up Rajon Rondo [stats] at the point.

The 6-foot-3, 180-pounder is not a pure point guard and will need time to adjust to the position. He should be able to step in and make an impact immediately defensively.

Bradley averaged 11.6 points, 2.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists in his lone season with the Longhorns. His addition is a sign that Nate Robinson, an unrestricted free agent, may not return.

With the 52nd pick, the Celtics selected Notre Dame big man Luke Harangody. Harangody was one of the most productive players in college, averaging 21.8 points and 9.1 rebounds last season. The biggest questions for Harangody’s game translating to the NBA will be his lack of height and athleticism.