Overview
- The Celtics signed Mike Conley to a one-year, veteran-minimum deal this summer to add experienced point-guard depth off the bench.
- Brad Stevens told the Celtics podcast that Conley brings perspective and still ‘has a big impact on winning,’ framing him as a high-quality veteran presence.
- Conley’s on-court production has declined recently — he averaged about 4.5 points and 2.9 assists last season — so Boston expects him to play limited minutes and focus on ball security.
- Boston’s roster still has an open spot and undrafted guard Milos Uzan is in camp on an Exhibit 10 contract as a candidate for a two-way or G League role.
- The signing gives the Celtics a steady playmaker and locker-room mentor who could reduce urgency for a major guard trade while the team tests its depth in training camp.