The Boston Celtics have officially set their 21-man roster for the upcoming 2026-27 training camp, a list that includes five tryout players.
The roster is headlined by stars Jayson Tatum and the newly acquired Paul George, who was recently seen getting shots up in the Celtics' practice facility. Head coach Joe Mazzulla will oversee a group that includes key veterans like Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, plus young players aiming to make an impression. The frontcourt features Luka Garza, who is focused on improving his defense, and the Celtics have added Gabe McGlothan on an Exhibit 10 deal.
With the full squad now assembled, competition for the final regular season spots will be intense. Pritchard could face a battle for a starting role, and the development of rookie Devin Carter will be watched closely.
Analysts are already debating what an NBA title would do for George's legacy and how he fits alongside Jayson Tatum. Some early NBA rankings have placed George's spot lower than many in Boston believe it should be, a point of contention among fans.
His integration is the biggest question facing this team. The Celtics' potential on both ends of the floor is enormous with George in the fold, but making the pieces fit is Mazzulla's primary task. The departure of Brown, whom LeBron James recently called 'misunderstood,' leaves big shoes to fill, but George brings his own elite two-way skill set.
The Celtics finished the 2025-26 season in spectacular form, winning their final five games.
That strong finish has created optimism that the team can exceed expectations once again. Derrick White's consistency will be important, and improvements to his jumper have been noted. The bench unit, potentially featuring Payton Pritchard, needs to provide reliable support.
Several other stories will develop in camp. Joe Mazzulla has distanced himself from the group Life Surge following scam allegations, a move also made by Tim Tebow. Antoine Walker recently weighed in on the Paul Pierce versus Dwyane Wade debate, a slice of Celtics history.
On the court, questions remain about who will start at center and if Jayson Tatum can mount an MVP campaign in 2027. The passing of NBA legend and first MVP Bob Pettit at 93 was also noted. As camp opens, the Celtics have the pieces to be a threat. Their upcoming schedule is always available on our schedule page.
