Jordan Walsh prepares for larger role in Celtics rotation next season

The Boston Celtics are adjusting their rotation for the 2026-27 season following the departure of Jaylen Brown. Jordan Walsh is expected to handle a bigger role after signing a three-year, $15 million contract extension in July. The forward, who has played three NBA seasons, averaged 5.4 points, 4.0 rebounds and 0.7 steals in 17.8 minutes per game during the 2025-26 campaign. While head coach Joe Mazzulla may use Walsh in starting lineups for certain matchups, the current plan places him on the bench to begin the year. Walsh intends to focus on maintaining his defensive contributions while expanding his offensive game to become a consistent scoring threat. His development remains a key component for the team as they look to address previous inconsistencies within the second unit.

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