The Boston Celtics continue their busy offseason with a strategic move involving VCU sharpshooter Max Shulga. New reports reveal that his two-way contract is for just one season a departure from the common two year deals often given to recent second-round picks. This shorter term reflects Boston’s view of 2025–26 as a transitional year, allowing flexibility for next summer’s uncertain roster picture.
Drafted 57th overall by the Orlando Magic and traded to Boston on draft night, Shulga played at Utah State before transferring to VCU, where he averaged 15.0 points, 5.9 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 1.8 steals per game while shooting 38.7% from three. Those numbers fit Boston’s need for floor spacing and smart decision-making.
His Summer League showing 5 points and 3.8 assists per game on 24.1% shooting wasn’t flashy, but his poise, defense, and quick adjustment to the NBA stood out. With JD Davison gone, Shulga is poised to be the primary G League ball handler for the Maine Celtics while splitting time with Boston.
The 6’5” guard has modeled his game after Donte DiVincenzo, valuing shooting, defense, and versatility traits that could earn him a role in Boston’s rotation. For now, the Celtics still have one standard roster spot and a two-way slot to fill.
If Shulga adapts quickly, a longer-term deal could follow. If not, Boston retains the flexibility to reshape the roster ahead of the 2026 season, when Jayson Tatum returns to full strength.
