Ron Harper Jr. signs four-year extension with Celtics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 4:41 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Ron Harper Jr. signed a four-year, $14 million contract extension with the Boston Celtics, marking his first major contract in the NBA. The 26-year-old averaged 4.2 points and 0.8 assists over 29 games last season. Harper aims to contribute significantly as the Celtics pursue a championship. He expressed his commitment to working hard and building on his recent playoff experience after a series of strong performances in the G-League and some impactful minutes in Boston.
- •Ron Harper Jr. signed a four-year, $14 million extension with the Celtics.
- •He averaged 4.2 points in 29 games during the last season.
- •Harper had a notable playoff experience, being added to the starting lineup in Game 7.
- •He looks forward to playing a key role in the Celtics' championship aspirations.
- •Harper previously excelled with the Maine Celtics in the G-League.
- 4:41 PMYahoo Sports — Ron Harper Jr. Ready to Continue Growth Following Celtics Extension: 'I’m Ready to Put The Work In'
"Signing his first major contract, Ron Harper Jr. looks to prove he can bring value to the Celtics.
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