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Celtics Exercise JD Davison’s Non-Guaranteed Option for 2025–26

Boston preserves roster flexibility with Davison’s non-guaranteed option ahead of next season’s backcourt changes

ARLINGTON, TX – JUNE 22: The United State starters line up for a photo during the Concacaf Gold Cup soccer match between the United States and Haiti on June 22, 2025 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. (Photo by  Matthew Visinsky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The Celtics picked up Davison’s $2.27 million team option for 2025–26, with the contract not fully guaranteed until Jan. 10, 2026.
  • Davison earned G League MVP honors after averaging about 25 points, 7–8 assists and 5 rebounds per game with the Maine Celtics.
  • Boston converted his two-way deal into a standard NBA contract in April, rewarding his standout performance in development league play.
  • With Jrue Holiday traded to Portland and Anfernee Simons’ future in Boston unsettled, Davison is positioned to compete for meaningful backcourt minutes.
  • Veteran Jaylen Brown and former teammate Jrue Holiday have publicly praised Davison’s growth heading into what will be a prove-it year