Boston Celtics sign Mike Conley to one-year deal for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 3:24 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The Boston Celtics have signed 19-year veteran point guard Mike Conley to a one-year contract as NBA free agency begins. This season marks Conley's 20th in the league, a milestone reached by only 13 other players. At 38 years old, the former All-Star had a challenging last season with the Minnesota Timberwolves, averaging 4.5 points and 2.9 assists in 54 games. The official signing of contracts cannot occur until July 6, 2026.
- •Celtics officially enter 2026 free agency by signing Conley.
- •Conley becomes 14th player in NBA history to reach 20 seasons.
- •He averaged 4.5 points and 2.9 assists last season with Minnesota.
- •Contracts can be signed starting July 6, 2026.
- 3:24 PMYahoo Sports — Boston Celtics kick off 2026 NBA free agency by signing 19-year veteran
"The Celtics have made their first free agency move.
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