JD Davison Waived by Celtics, Aims for Increased Playing Time Elsewhere After G League MVP Season

The Boston Celtics announced on Thursday that they have waived 22-year-old guard JD Davison, a move that brings the team back under the second apron of the luxury tax. Davison, who spent his first three NBA seasons as a two-way player for Boston and had his two-way deal converted to a standard contract with a team option picked up earlier this year, saw limited action with the Celtics, appearing in only 16 games last season. Despite his minimal NBA playtime, Davison excelled with the Maine Celtics in the NBA G League, earning MVP honors by averaging 25.1 points, 7.6 assists, and 5.6 rebounds per game. Having earned a championship ring with Boston in 2024, Davison is now expected to pursue greater playing opportunities with a new team for the upcoming season.