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Max Shulga leaves Celtics to join Real Madrid basketball

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 4:17 AM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Max Shulga leaves Celtics to join Real Madrid basketball

Summary

Max Shulga, a former guard for the Boston Celtics, has signed with Real Madrid, marking his departure from the NBA after a brief stint. Shulga, who played 11 games with the Celtics, returns to Spain, where he developed much of his basketball career. After being selected in the 2025 NBA Draft, he struggled to find consistent playing time in Boston and did not receive a qualifying offer this summer. Now at 24 years old, Shulga will aim to enhance his game with Real Madrid as they reshape their roster. His experience and skills as a shooter and playmaker could see him thrive in the European league.

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Key Details

•Shulga played 11 games for the Celtics last season.
•He spent significant time developing his skills in Spain before joining the NBA.
•After limited NBA opportunities, he signed a standard contract with the Celtics.
•Real Madrid provides a chance for Shulga to impact their roster immediately.
•He qualifies as a domestically trained player under ACB regulations.

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Former Boston Celtics guard Max Shulga, who played 11 games with the team last season, is leaving the NBA and heading to one of European basketball’s biggest clubs after agreeing to sign with Spanish giants, Real Madrid. The long-rumored move brings an end to Shulga’s brief one-year NBA stint and returns him to Spain, where […] The post Young Guard Leaves Celtics to Sign With Real Madrid appeared first on HEAVY.
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