As part of WEEI.com’s coverage of the 2012 NBA draft, we are profiling all players considered likely candidates to be drafted June 28. The Celtics own three picks: 21, 22 (from the Thunder in the Kendrick Perkins trade) and 51.

Kevin Murphy had the highest single-game scoring total in Division 1 this past season when he netted 50 against SIU-Edwardsville in January. (AP)

KEVIN MURPHY

Position: Shooting guard/strong forward

School: Tennessee Tech

Age: 22

Height: 6-foot-6

Weight: 194 pounds

Achievements: 2012 All-OVC first team, 2012 All-OVC Tournament team, 2011 All-OVC first team, 2011 All-OVC Tournament team

Key 2011-12 stats: 20.6 points, 44.4 FG%, 5.2 rebounds

What he brings: Murphy proved in his senior year that he’s a scoring threat from all over the court. The Georgia native is fast but not strong, something that might concern NBA scouts. He has plenty of other positives though, like his impressive scoring ability.

He can jump, is good at catch-and-release shots and can get to the rim. In his senior year Murphy led the team in 3-point shooting with a 41.6 percent conversion rate and he converted 72.1 percent of his free throws.

Where the Celtics could get him: Murphy is expected to be drafted late in the second round or go undrafted.

Notes: Murphy tossed up 50 points against SIU-Edwardsville in the best scoring effort by any player in Division 1 basketball this past season.

Recent articles:

NBA: Top-notch scorer Murphy has evolved into all-around player

CBS: Kevin Murphy scores 50, promptly heads to bed

Video: Here are highlights from Murphy’s 50-point night against SIU-Edwardsville in January.