Following his release by Atlanta last week, point guard Devin Carter has reached an agreement to join the Boston Celtics for their upcoming training camp, according to Michael Scotto of Hoopshype.
The Celtics currently have one available roster spot (their 15th) and sufficient salary cap space to add a player. Carter also qualifies for a two-way contract, and his performance during training camp will likely determine his final status. The most probable scenario is that he begins the season on a two-way deal, with the potential to upgrade to a standard contract later on.
Carter, a lottery pick from Providence, spent his first two NBA seasons with the Sacramento Kings before being traded to Atlanta this summer as part of a salary move. His time on the court was hampered by multiple injuries—shoulder, ankle, calf, and back—which limited him to 74 games over those two years. In the games he played last season, he averaged 8.9 points per game.
There are two critical challenges for Carter in Boston’s camp: maintaining his health and improving his three-point shooting. He has struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 27.4% of his attempts during his NBA tenure. Since the Celtics emphasize three-point shooting under coach Joe Mazzulla, Carter will need to prove he can fit into that system.
Fan Take: This signing is intriguing because it offers Devin Carter a fresh start and an opportunity to showcase his potential in a well-established, sharpshooting Celtics team. If he can stay healthy and enhance his long-range shooting, Carter could emerge as a valuable contributor, adding depth and excitement for fans eager to see young talent develop in a championship-contending environment.
Source: sports.yahoo.com
