Celtics sign surprise new Al Horford, Kristaps Porzingis replacement

The Boston Celtics have brought in a new possible starting center for the 2025-26 season.

Shams Charania of ESPN reports that Boston is signing free agent big man Chris Boucher to a one-season, $3.3 million deal, per his agent Sam Permut of Roc Nation.

Free agent forward Chris Boucher has agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million contract with the Boston Celtics, agent Sam Permut of Roc Nation tells ESPN. Boucher lands a guaranteed deal with the Celtics and is expected to have a significant role in the frontcourt. pic.twitter.com/H13dHVyuu8

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) August 5, 2025

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