While Troy Bell distinguished himself in four seasons at Boston College, he faced a tougher task at the four-day NBA predraft camp that concluded last night. The annual tryout at the Moody Bible Institute brought together 66 candidates who hoped to impress NBA representatives and improve their draft status during an exhausting schedule of drills and scrimmages. By all appearances, Bell succeeded in highlighting his talents in the crowded field.

''I think Troy Bell has really helped himself this week,'' said Celtics general manager Chris Wallace. ''He is a serious candidate for a first-round draft spot. He's done the things that he did at Boston College, put points up on the board, make virtually all his free throws, shoot the ball well from 3-point range. He also has looked good in a playmaking role and defended [well]. He's done everything asked this week.''

Bell can judge his performance based on the additional teams interested in working him out. This week, he learned he has at least six new cities to visit, though he could not exactly remember his itinerary for the upcoming weeks.

''I feel I had to have helped [my stock],'' said Bell. ''But you never know. It all depends on what they like that day.''