The Boston Celtics have opened training camp with a fascinating competition for their final two-way contract slot. With 14 players on standard deals and two two-way spots already filled, five players on Exhibit 10 contracts are fighting to make their case.
Five players enter camp on non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 deals: guards Devin Carter, Hayden Gray, and Milos Uzan, plus forwards Tucker DeVries and Gabe McGlothan. The prize is clear. Boston has one two-way contract slot open alongside Amari Williams and rookie Dillon Mitchell. Carter, the 13th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, brings notable pedigree to this group. He now gets a chance to impress a Celtics front office known for developing talent on the roster's fringes.
This competition is about more than just filling a roster line. It's about securing backcourt depth and identifying a player who can contribute during the long NBA grind. President of basketball operations Brad Stevens also has a decision on the 15th standard roster spot. Keeping it open would offer financial flexibility, but the two-way opening guarantees a real fight in camp.
Major stories overshadow the roster battle. Jayson Tatum is participating in his first full camp since returning from an Achilles injury. New additions Paul George and Mitchell Robinson are integrating, while Mike Conley provides veteran backcourt savvy. The team is moving past Jaylen Brown's departure and last season's first-round playoff exit. Coach Joe Mazzulla's task is to blend these pieces into a cohesive unit. Training camp is the first step in that process.
The Celtics closed the 2025-26 campaign with immense momentum. They also handled the Charlotte Hornets twice. The season finale was a statement, a 144-118 rout of the Pelicans where the offense was firing on all cylinders. That strong finish sets a high standard as camp begins.
