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Celtics Keep Ron Harper Jr. on $9 Million Contract
Boston Celtics forward Ron Harper Jr. intends to sign a new three-year, $9 million deal with the franchise, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The Celtics are declining his $2.6 million team option for 2026-27 to create the longer agreement. Harper appeared in 29 games with three starts last season, averaging 4.2 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 0.8 assists. The 26-year-old brings cheap wing depth behind Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Sam Hauser, but he would likely need injuries or a roster shakeup to move beyond a low-minute reserve role. His G League production with Maine, where he averaged 24.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 3.2 assists, keeps him more interesting as a developmental depth piece than a draft-day fantasy target.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Dillon Mitchell Lands in Boston in NBA Draft
The Boston Celtics selected St. John's forward Dillon Mitchell with the 40th overall pick on Wednesday in the 2026 NBA Draft. Mitchell is a physical defender who shines on that end of the floor, but he is limited offensively. He spent the 2025-26 campaign at St. John's, averaging 8.3 points and 7.0 rebounds in 37 outings. His defensive abilities could help him land a regular role in the NBA at some point.
Source: Brett Siegel
Source: Brett Siegel
Boston Adds Big-Man Depth in Chris Cenac Jr.
The Boston Celtics drafted Houston forward/center Chris Cenac Jr. with the 28th overall selection in the 2026 NBA Draft. Cenac has great size (6-foot-10 with a 7-foot-5 wingspan) and moves his feet like a perimeter player, but struggled on offense and often found himself in foul trouble. The 19-year-old averaged 9.5 points and 7.9 rebounds on 48% shooting from the field and 33% from downtown. At best, Cenac will find himself deep in the Boston rotation, but he'll more likely spend the bulk of his first professional season in Maine playing for the G-League Celtics.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Jaylen Brown Sits at the Center of Boston's Giannis Pursuit
Milwaukee is expected to seek clarity on the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes before or around Tuesday's draft, with Boston emerging as a major threat to Miami, The Athletic's Sam Amick reports. Any Celtics offer for the two-time MVP would likely have to start with Jaylen Brown plus significant draft compensation, potentially including up to three first-round picks. Brown is coming off a career year, averaging 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists as Boston's lead option during Jayson Tatum's absence. A move to Milwaukee could lift Brown's usage as a centerpiece, while Giannis would remain an elite fantasy anchor anywhere, even if paired with a healthy Tatum. If Boston whiffs, the Celtics are among the teams eyeing Pelicans wing Trey Murphy III, the breakout name here after career highs of 21.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 3.8 assists on 37.9 percent from three.
Source: Sam
Source: Sam
Nikola Vucevic Not Expected to Return to Boston
Boston Celtics center Nikola Vucevic is not expected to return to the team this offseason, with CelticsBlog relaying Marc Stein's report that the veteran big man is increasingly viewed as likely to switch teams. Vucevic was acquired from Chicago at the trade deadline for Anfernee Simons and a draft pick, but his Boston run never fully clicked after a fractured right ring finger cost him 14 games. He averaged 15.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 3.3 assists for the season, though those numbers dipped to 9.7 points and 6.6 rebounds in 16 regular-season games with the Celtics. A move away from Boston could help his fantasy outlook if he lands a steadier frontcourt role, while the Celtics will likely need to address center depth again.
Source: Jack Anderson
Source: Jack Anderson
Celtics Not Shopping Jaylen Brown or Derrick White
The Boston Celtics have not considered trading Jaylen Brown or Derrick White this offseason, ESPN's Brian Windhorst reports. A year after a roster overhaul stoked trade speculation about both players, Windhorst said two weeks before the draft that he has not heard "one iota of Jaylen Brown truly being available," with the same true of White. The fantasy read centers on continuity. Brown earned Second-Team All-NBA honors as Boston's No. 1 option last season, posting career highs of 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 5.1 assists with Jayson Tatum out for 62 games. With Tatum back next season, expect Brown's usage and counting stats to settle below that peak, while White's steady scoring, three-point volume, and defensive stats make him the more stable multi-category hold.
Source: Brian Windhorst
Source: Brian Windhorst
Joe Mazzulla Wins Coach of the Year
Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla won the 2025-2026 Coach of the Year award on Tuesday. This is a well-deserved honor after what Mazzulla accomplished this season. The Celtics came into the season with low expectations, knowing they were going to be without Jayson Tatum for the majority of the year. Despite being without arguably their best player, the Celtics found a way to win 56 games and finished with the second-most wins in the East. Mazzulla will take home this award because he was able to get the most out of this team, which is impressive given the circumstances. He'll head into next season with higher expectations and a fully healthy Tatum and Jaylen Brown to begin the year.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Nikola Vucevic Could be Done in Boston
Boston Celtics center Nikola Vucevic didn't suit up at all during Saturday's Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers. The veteran center played limited minutes throughout the series. Head coach Joe Mazzulla decided to bench Vucevic completely for this elimination game. Instead, he opted to go with a combination of Neemias Queta and Luka Garza at the center spot. Given Vucevic's limited role since joining the Celtics, it seems likely that he'll head elsewhere in free agency. When given the opportunity, Vucevic was arguably a top-50 fantasy contributor during his time with the Chicago Bulls. It's unclear at this stage in his career if another organization is willing to give Vucevic 30-plus minutes per night in a rotation. The fact that Vucevic barely played during the most important series of the season likely means he'll opt to play somewhere else next season.
Source: nba.com
Source: nba.com
Derrick White Delivers All-Around Line in Game 7 Loss
Boston Celtics guard Derrick White recorded 26 points, six rebounds, four assists, and three blocks in 45 minutes during Saturday's Game 7 loss to Philadelphia. He knocked down five three-pointers but needed 26 shots to reach his total, showing the same efficiency issues that have popped up at times. Still, he found ways to contribute with defense and playmaking, keeping his overall impact intact. Jaylen Brown led the scoring, while Payton Pritchard took on more ball-handling responsibilities. Boston now heads into the offseason with White's role secure, though improved shooting would raise his ceiling next season.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Neemias Queta Finishes with Double-Double in Playoff Loss
Boston Celtics forward/center Neemias Queta recorded 17 points, 12 rebounds, and one assist in 33 minutes during Saturday's Game 7 loss to Philadelphia. He moved to a reserve role but still logged his highest minutes of the series, finishing an efficient 7-for-8 from the field while making his presence felt on the boards. Queta turned in multiple double-digit rebounding games in the series, showing steady interior impact. Boston now shifts into the offseason, where Queta's role and long-term spot in the frontcourt will be worth monitoring.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Jaylen Brown Posts Strong Line, but Celtics Fall Short
Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown finished with 33 points, nine rebounds, four assists, and three blocks in 40 minutes during Saturday's Game 7 loss to Philadelphia. He took on a bigger scoring role with Jayson Tatum (knee) out, leading the team while still contributing across the board, though his 12-for-27 shooting shows it wasn't always efficient. His usage climbed throughout the series, but tough shot attempts and defensive pressure made it hard to stay consistent. Derrick White and Payton Pritchard were more involved, but Boston still relied heavily on Brown to create offense and carry the scoring load.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Jayson Tatum Won't Play in Saturday's Game 7
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers, ESPN's Tim Bontemps reports. He was a late addition to the injury report Saturday afternoon due to a knee issue, and the team has officially ruled him out ahead of tip-off. "He just came in today with knee discomfort," Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla said during his pregame press conference. "And we decided, the medical staff and myself, that he would not play." With Tatum out, Boston must lean on Jaylen Brown, Derrick White, and Payton Pritchard on offense. Meanwhile, Sam Hauser, Baylor Scheierman, and Jordan Walsh could see larger roles in the rotation.
Source: Tim Bontemps
Source: Tim Bontemps
Jayson Tatum Added to Injury Report as Questionable
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (knee) has been downgraded to questionable ahead of Saturday's Game 7 matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers, ESPN's Tim Bontemps reports. Tatum reportedly dealt with a left calf issue during Game 6, sitting out the entire fourth quarter. On Saturday afternoon, he was added to the injury report due to left knee stiffness. Across his career, Tatum has averaged 26.7 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 5.1 assists in Game 7s. He would be a massive loss for the Celtics, who have suffered two straight defeats after taking a 3-1 lead in the series. Payton Pritchard, Sam Hauser, and Baylor Scheierman will all be asked to contribute more if Tatum is ultimately ruled out Saturday.
Source: Tim Bontemps
Source: Tim Bontemps
Jayson Tatum OK for Game 7 Against 76ers
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (calf) will play in Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night, Marc D'Amico of the Celtics' official site reports. Tatum sat out the fourth quarter of Game 6 due to apparent left calf discomfort. But the team has not listed him on the injury report for Saturday's game. "He'll play," Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla told reporters on Friday. The 28-year-old is averaging 23.3 points, 10.7 rebounds, 6.8 assists, and 1.2 steals in the first-round series. He has logged a double-double in all but one game.
Source: Marc D'Amico
Source: Marc D'Amico
Jaylen Brown Struggles From the Field in Game 5
Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown finished only 9-for-23 from the field as he tallied 22 points in Tuesday's 113-97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Boston had a chance to close out the series on home court, but most of the team struggled to score. Brown's efforts included a 1-for-4 record from downtown and a 3-for-5 success rate at the free-throw line. He picked up five rebounds and dished out five assists. On the defensive end, Brown recorded one steal. Missing a chance to finish the series in five games will haunt the Celtics, but Brown and his crew must refocus quickly with Game 6 on Thursday. The 2024 Finals MVP will enter the contest averaging a team-high 25.8 points, 6.0 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.0 blocks, and 1.2 steals in the series.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
