Celtics to Sign Rookie Max Shulga to 2-Year Contract

Shulga, a two-way player, will be upgraded from his current deal.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 3:36am

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The Boston Celtics plan to sign rookie guard Max Shulga to a standard two-year contract, upgrading him from his current two-way deal. Shulga, the team's 57th overall pick in last year's NBA draft, has spent most of the season playing in the G League but will now finish the year on the Celtics' main roster.

Why it matters

Shulga's promotion to a standard contract shows the Celtics' confidence in his development and potential to contribute at the NBA level. As the team looks to build depth and find young talent, Shulga's progression could provide a boost off the bench.

The details

Shulga, a 23-year-old guard from Ukraine, has played in only four games with the Celtics this season, logging just six minutes of action. However, he has been productive in the G League, averaging 15.6 points, 6.6 assists, 4.5 rebounds and 1.5 steals per game while shooting 36.7% from 3-point range. The Celtics are also expected to sign center Charles Bassey to a 10-day contract to reach the roster minimum.

  • Shulga signed a two-way contract with the Celtics after being drafted in 2022.
  • Shulga has spent most of the 2022-23 season playing in the G League for the Maine Celtics.

The players

Max Shulga

A 23-year-old rookie guard who was selected 57th overall by the Boston Celtics in the 2022 NBA Draft. He has spent most of the season playing in the G League but will now be signed to a standard two-year contract with the Celtics.

Joe Mazzulla

The head coach of the Boston Celtics.

Charles Bassey

A center who the Celtics plan to sign to a 10-day contract to reach the roster minimum.

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What’s next

The Celtics will need to sign Bassey or another player for the remainder of the season once his 10-day contract is completed.

The takeaway

Shulga's promotion to a standard contract demonstrates the Celtics' confidence in his potential and their commitment to developing young talent. As the team looks to build depth and find contributors off the bench, Shulga's progression could provide a valuable boost in the season's final stretch.