The G League has been about development from the beginning and over the years the league itself has developed. The Celtics were quick to utilize the league in the early years through their affiliation with the Maine Red Claws and now they appear to be making that affiliation more formal by entering into an agreement to purchase the team.
Per a statement from the team:
“Over the years, the G League and the Red Claws have become increasingly important to the Celtics and our player development efforts. We look forward to deepening both our ties with basketball operations and within the community, and further bringing the Celtics experience to fans in Maine,” said Rich Gotham, Boston Celtics Team President.