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Boston Celtics sign Demetrius Jackson; notable birthdays celebrated

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Boston Celtics sign Demetrius Jackson; notable birthdays celebrated

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On July 26, 2016, the Boston Celtics signed Demetrius Montell Jackson Jr. to a multi-year contract after selecting him in the 2016 NBA Draft. Jackson, a former Notre Dame player, showcased his skills in the Summer Leagues before spending most of his rookie season with the Maine Red Claws. The day also marks the signing of Alaa Abdelnaby by the Sacramento Kings in 1994 after a trade with the Milwaukee Bucks. Notable birthdays include Earl Tatum and Delonte West, both of whom had brief stints with Boston during their careers.

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•Demetrius Jackson signed to a multi-year contract on July 26, 2016.
•Jackson played most of his rookie season with the Maine Red Claws.
•Alaa Abdelnaby signed with the Sacramento Kings in 1994.
•Phil Hankinson, Earl Tatum, and Delonte West celebrate birthdays today.

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10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Today in Boston Celtics history: Jackson, Abdelnaby sign; West, Hankinson, Tatum born

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Today in Boston Celtics history, Demetrius Montell Jackson Jr. was signed to a multi-year contract.
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Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 10:00 AM
Today in Boston Celtics history: Jackson, Abdelnaby sign; West, Hankinson, Tatum born
Today in Boston Celtics history, Demetrius Montell Jackson Jr. was signed to a multi-year contract.

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