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Boston Celtics rookies Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell introduced to fans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 3:08 AM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Boston Celtics rookies Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell introduced to fans

Summary

On July 2, Boston Celtics rookies Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell participated in an introductory event in Boston. The event included a guided tour featuring the city's landmarks and was designed to welcome the new players to the Celtics community. Alongside Celtics legend Dana Barros, the rookies visited sites such as Slade’s restaurant and the Tobin Community Center gym. The initiative aimed to help them connect with the city and its rich basketball history while engaging local youth. Both players expressed their excitement about experiencing Boston's culture and the warm reception from fans.

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Key Details

•Cenac and Mitchell were welcomed with a city tour on July 2.
•They participated alongside Celtics legend Dana Barros and local youth.
•Tour included historic sites like Slade’s and the Tobin Community Center.
•The initiative aims to foster connections with Boston's community and culture.
•Cenac and Mitchell expressed appreciation for the fans' warm welcome.

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What they're saying

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"Boston has been nice and very welcoming," offered Cenac of the event. "The fans and community have shown a lot of love already, so I am happy to be here."
— Yahoo Sports

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