Official: Celtics Acquire Nikola Vucevic from Bulls

05/02/202620:03

The big man leaves the Bulls after 5 years

The Boston Celtics have officially completed a trade with the Chicago Bulls to acquire center Nikola Vučević.

Chicago receives guard Anfernee Simons in return, with the deal also including one future second-round pick for each team.

Vučević was averaging 16.9 points on 50% shooting from the field and 37% from three, along with 9.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game.

Big Vooch is coming to Boston ☘️

Welcome to the Celtics, @NikolaVucevic pic.twitter.com/YpDjgtS3EM

— Boston Celtics (@celtics) February 5, 2026

The new point guard could improve Minnesota’s pace and ball movement, while Anthony Edwards remains central to the offense

The former No. 1 pick credits LeBron’s longevity but does not place him alongside Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant

Atlanta and Charlotte have discussed a potential swap involving two veterans currently on the roster bubble

Stevens: “We have 14 players under contract plus a couple of two-way players, and I genuinely believe every one of them can contribute to the team”

All four are expected to spend the season with the Pacers’ G League affiliate, the Noblesville Boom.

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