Overview
- Recent reporting indicates Boston is expected to convert Harper’s two-way contract to a standard deal near the end of the regular season, though no move has been announced.
- Harper scored a career-high 22 points on 8-of-11 shooting (6-of-9 from three) against the Spurs on March 10 and followed with impactful minutes versus the Thunder.
- Joe Mazzulla lauded Harper’s consistency and two-way impact, citing the same competitiveness in NBA games, G League action, practices and stay-ready sessions.
- Roster mechanics factor into the timing, with the Celtics approaching a league deadline to return to a 14-player active roster and rookie Max Shulga expected to fill one open spot, per MassLive.
- Harper has earned rotation trust during injury absences and will be ineligible for another two-way next season, strengthening the case for a standard contract.