Hold up, basketball fans, because things just got real interesting ahead of training camp. HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto just dropped the news that Devin Carter has officially inked a deal with the Boston Celtics, and he is coming to fight for a roster or two-way spot. This ain’t no casual signing, especially after the Atlanta Hawks waived him last week, sparking Boston’s interest in scooping him up.
Who Exactly Is Devin Carter?
So, who is this guy looking to make a splash? Carter is a 24-year-old guard, hailing from Miami, Florida. He spent a year at South Carolina before rocking it for two seasons at Providence, where he straight-up dominated. Seriously, this dude was named the Big East Player of the Year in 2024 and earned First-team All-Big East honors. That’s big-time recognition! And get this, the Sacramento Kings even snagged him with the No. 13 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Talent runs in the family, too: his dad, Anthony, played 13 seasons in the NBA across six different teams. That’s pedigree right there.
The Defensive Spark, But With a Catch
Here’s the lowdown on Carter’s game: he’s a defensive-minded guard, no question about it. He’s got the tools to be a real pest on that end of the floor, the kind of player who can disrupt offenses. Ahead of the draft, he actually drew comparisons to Derrick White, which is high praise, especially for the Celtics faithful. But there’s a big “but” hanging over his head, and it’s his outside jumper. Through two NBA seasons, Carter’s career averages sit at 6.4 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game. He’s shooting 40.1 percent from the field, but that three-point percentage is the real head-scratcher: a mere 27.4 percent. If he can figure out that shot and become a more reliable three-point threat, he absolutely has the potential to develop into a valuable 3-and-D player. One other thing to keep an eye on is durability; he played 36 games as a rookie and 38 games as a sophomore, so staying on the court will be key.
So, as training camp looms, every single rep Devin Carter takes is going to be under the microscope. Can he shore up that three-point shot? Can he stay on the court? Celtics fans, you’re gonna want to keep an eye on this kid. He’s got the pedigree and the defensive fire, but that jumper will decide everything.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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