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Celtics projected fourth in Eastern Conference after offseason moves

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 8:44 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Celtics projected fourth in Eastern Conference after offseason moves
Summary

As teams adjust their rosters, the Boston Celtics are projected to finish as the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference. Recent moves include Klay Thompson signing with the Miami Heat and Peyton Watson joining the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite limited activity in free agency, the Celtics retain a strong core and have Joe Mazzulla at the helm. Competing teams like the Philadelphia 76ers, New York Knicks, and Cavaliers are expected to finish above them. The upcoming season is anticipated to be highly competitive in the East.

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  • •Celtics projected as fourth seed in Eastern Conference standings.
  • •Klay Thompson signs with Miami; Peyton Watson joins Cavaliers.
  • •Core players and Joe Mazzulla provide stability for Boston.
  • •76ers, Knicks, and Cavaliers projected to finish above Celtics.
  • •Competitive in the East may impact playoff outcomes.
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  • 8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Where Celtics Rank in Eastern Conference After Peyton Watson, Klay Thompson News
What they're saying
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The Celtics will be in the mix, but they have a lot of competition.

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