Draft Workouts - Dorrell Wright

Full Name: Dorell Wright Position: Forward Height/Weight: 6-7 / 210 Birthdate: December 2, 1985 (Los Angeles) High School: Leuzinger HS (Lawndale, Calif.) Dorell's Prospect Profile

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Dorrell Wright shows off his jumper for the Celtics.

With the 2004 NBA Draft rapidly approaching and the Celtics holding three first round picks, Celtics.com will be bringing exclusive behind the scenes info from draft workouts held at The Sports Authority Training Center in Waltham.

Dorrell Wright is a 6-7, 190 pound shooting guard/small forward from South Kent Prep in Los Angeles. As a high School senior he averaged 29.4 points per game on 41.0 percent shooting from beyond the arc and grabbed 11.0 boards per game. Wright is a high flyer with excellent athletic ability.

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Celtics.com: How did your workout go today?

Dorrell Wright: I think it went well.

Celtics.com: Was this your first workout?

Wright: Yeah.

Celtics.com: Do you think you're ready for the challenge of coming to the NBA directly out of high school?

Wright: I think it's going to be kind of tough, but I've been preparing myself for it, so I think I am ready for it.

Celtics.com: What kinds of things do you think you need to work on to make the transition to the NBA?

Wright: Probably shooting off the dribble, creating a shot. I'm just trying to get my shot consistent. There's a big difference from the high school three-point line. Its like I'm throwing the ball up there, but I'm trying [to extend my range].

Compiled By: Brian Gleason