Xavier Tillman signs deal with Turkish club Trabzonspor
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 8:10 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Xavier Tillman, a former NBA champion with the Boston Celtics, has signed a contract with Trabzonspor in Turkey. Tillman, who played in Boston for three years after joining from the Memphis Grizzlies in 2024, was recently traded to the Charlotte Hornets before opting to play overseas. He participated in eight playoff games during the 2024 season, averaging 8.6 minutes per game. Tillman was set to become a free agent this summer following his trade.
- •Xavier Tillman signs with Trabzonspor after leaving the Celtics.
- •Tillman was with Boston for three years, contributing during the playoffs.
- •He was previously traded to the Hornets before moving overseas.
- •He played eight playoff games in 2024, with an average of 8.6 minutes.
- 8:10 PMYahoo Sports — Former NBA champion with Celtics signs deal overseas
"A former Celtic fan favorite is on the move.
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