Isaiah Thomas considers playing basketball season overseas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 11:14 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026
Isaiah Thomas expressed a desire to play basketball internationally for one season. The 37-year-old shared his intention on X on September 6, 2026, noting that he wants to gain the experience of playing abroad. Thomas currently works as a pro and college scout for the Boston Celtics after being hired for the role in May. Despite his transition into an NBA front office position, he maintained on his podcast and social media that he remains capable of playing at a high level. Thomas last appeared in the NBA during the 2023-24 season with the Phoenix Suns and spent time with the G League's Salt Lake City Stars in early 2025. There are currently no reports indicating that he has signed a contract or entered negotiations with any international clubs.
- •Isaiah Thomas stated on September 6, 2026, that he wants to play basketball overseas for one year.
- •The former Boston Celtics star currently works as a pro and college scout for the organization.
- •Thomas last played in the NBA during a six-game stint with the Phoenix Suns in the 2023-24 season.
- •He previously played for the Salt Lake City Stars in the G League in early 2025.
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