Celtics' Mitchell Robinson struggles in debut, trade talks emerge
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 3:43 AM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
The Boston Celtics lost to the Detroit Pistons, failing to secure their first win of the season. Mitchell Robinson, who signed with the Celtics this offseason, played 18 minutes, scoring four points and grabbing three rebounds while blocking two shots. His performance has led to speculation about his future with the team, with reports suggesting he could become a trade candidate. Trey Murphy III has been mentioned as a potential target should the Celtics pursue trades, but the New Orleans Pelicans have not shown a willingness to part with him yet, pending their season's performance.
- •Celtics lose to Pistons, struggling in season opener
- •Mitchell Robinson scores 4 points in 18 minutes
- •Speculation grows over Robinson's future with the team
- •Trey Murphy III identified as potential trade target
- •Report indicates Pelicans are reluctant to trade Murphy
- 3:43 AMYahoo Sports — Celtics' Mitchell Robinson Already Being Viewed as Eventual Trade Candidate
"Mitchell Robinson and the Celtics will be just fine.
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