Earlier this summer Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe reported that the Boston Celtics had an interest in free agent guard Austin Rivers. The Celtics have two open roster spots after waiving forward Justin Champagnie (who has since signed with the Heat).
Last season the Celtics had three guards rotating throughout the game between Derrick White, Malcolm Brogdon, and Marcus Smart. With Smart now in Memphis, the Celtics are one “starter-worthy” guard short.
This is a significant offseason for Payton Pritchard, who decided to play on the USA Select Team prior to training camp in October.