What happened?
The Golden State Warriors have announced their official NBA Summer League roster for the California Classic, and Max Shulga is on board. The 24-year-old forward, who was the 57th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, appeared in 11 games for the Boston Celtics last season. However, Shulga became a free agent this summer, and the Celtics did not tender qualifying offers to him or John Tonje, making them unrestricted free agents.
Why it matters for Boston Celtics
Shulga's departure from the Celtics has left a void in their roster, particularly in the paint. The Celtics will now have to find a replacement for the young forward, who showed promise in his rookie season. With Shulga gone, the Celtics' focus shifts to finding a suitable replacement and strengthening their roster for the upcoming season.
What comes next?
The Celtics will likely be in the market for a power forward or center to fill the void left by Shulga. With Amari Williams and Dillon Mitchell already on the roster, the Celtics may explore other options to strengthen their frontcourt. Meanwhile, Shulga will look to make a name for himself with the Warriors, who are coming off a year where they lost to the LA Clippers in the play-in tournament.
Recent form
The Celtics' recent form has been lackluster, with a 0-0-5 record in their last five games. They lost to the Philadelphia 76ers 100-109 on May 2, 2026, and will look to bounce back in the upcoming season.
Last result
The Celtics' last result was a 100-109 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on May 2, 2026. The team will look to regroup and refocus for the upcoming season.
Social media reacts to Shulga's signing
Fans and analysts alike are reacting to Shulga's signing with the Warriors. Noa Dalzell tweeted, "Max Shulga, who was the Celtics' 57th overall draft pick last year and finished the year with a standard roster spot, is on the Golden State Warriors' Summer League team." Jack Simone added, "Looks like Max Shulga's time in Boston is definitely over." Bobby Manning noted, "Looks like Max Shulga has departed Boston. C's 2025 2R pick. Boston should now have a two-way up for grabs this offseason. Amari Williams and Dillon Mitchell will fill the other two as of now." Daniel Donabedian pointed out, "Former Celtic Max Shulga joins the Warriors for Summer League. A lot of overlap between the Celtics and Warriors if you consider him, Al Horford, and Kristaps Porzingis." @CP3_777 noted, "The Warriors Summer League Gold team will be headlined by 2026 draft picks Yaxel Lendeborg and Lajae Jones alongside current Warriors LJ Cryer, Malevy Leons and Will Richard. Two notable additions since Warriors SL Media Day: 2025 draftees G Max Shulga and F/C Lachlan Olbrich.
