Overview
- Devin Carter, who agreed to terms Monday, is expected to report to Celtics training camp when it opens on Sept. 28 to compete for a standard roster spot or the team’s remaining two-way slot.
- Atlanta waived Carter after acquiring him in June and will continue to pay his roughly $5.16 million guaranteed rookie salary for this season, which reduces Boston’s immediate payroll outlay.
- Carter is valued for his size, length and on-ball defense but carries clear concerns about his three-point shooting (career ~27.4%) and limited availability after shoulder surgery and other injuries.
- The Celtics entered the week with 14 players on standard deals and near the luxury-tax line, so the final classification of Carter’s contract will determine whether Boston faces tax consequences or must cut elsewhere.
- Carter was a 2024 lottery pick out of Providence who showed late-season improvement with Sacramento before being traded to Atlanta, making this a low-cost, upside-focused addition that fits Boston’s recent roster approach.