Celtics eye Kevon Looney as free agency approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 1:39 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
The Boston Celtics are reportedly interested in center Kevon Looney as NBA free agency begins. Looney, who signed with the New Orleans Pelicans last July, averaged 2.8 points and 5.6 rebounds in 21 games during the 2025-26 season. He won three championships with the Golden State Warriors before moving to the Pelicans. The Celtics are looking to strengthen their frontcourt to enhance their chances for the upcoming season.
- •Celtics interested in Kevon Looney ahead of free agency opening.
- •Looney averaged 2.8 points and 5.6 rebounds last season.
- •He won three championships with the Warriors.
- •Celtics are focusing on boosting their frontcourt.
- 1:39 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Celtics Interested In Three-Time NBA Champion Center With Free Agency Looming
"The 30-year-old averaged 2.8 points, 5.6 rebounds and 14.7 minutes per game across 21 contests, including eight starts during the 2025-26 NBA season.
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