The Boston Celtics have signed play-making guard Milos Uzan after the 2026 NBA Draft. Uzan, who played for Houston, averaged 11.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 1.0 steals per contest.
What happened?
The Celtics signed Uzan to a contract after he went undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft. Dushawn London of 247Sports reported the news, citing a source.
Why it matters for Boston Celtics
The signing of Uzan adds depth to the Celtics' roster. He shot 38.0% from the field and 34.3% from three-point range in 37 games for Houston.
Recent form
The Celtics are coming off a strong run, with a recent form of 3W-0D-0L. Their last result was a 111-105 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on 2024-12-07.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-07 | Milwaukee Bucks | 111-105 |
The Celtics still have one of the elite rosters in the NBA. They are looking to improve after losing to the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs.
What comes next?
The Celtics will look to integrate Uzan into their roster. He will compete for playing time with other guards on the team. The Celtics' head coach, Joe Mazzulla, will look to utilize Uzan's play-making abilities.
Uzan's signing has generated buzz on social media. @RichStayman tweeted: "Boston got a good one. Big time sleeper whose stats at Houston this season really undersell his impact and ability." @207celtics tweeted: "38% from the field says no, but the film says yes." The Celtics' fans are excited to see what Uzan can bring to the team. With their recent form and strong roster, the Celtics are looking to make a deep run in the NBA playoffs.
