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The Boston Celtics<\/a> are having one of the most active offseasons in recent memory \u2014 and they\u2019re not slowing down just yet.<\/p>\n Reports by CelticsBlog<\/a> confirm the Celtics have signed Ukrainian guard Max Shulga<\/a> to a two-way contract. Shulga was selected with the No. 57 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft and becomes the latest addition to Boston\u2019s retooled roster.<\/p>\n Who is Max Shulga?<\/p>\n Shulga, 23, began his college career at Utah State before transferring to VCU, where he closed out his collegiate run with a strong senior season. The 6-foot-5 guard averaged 15 points per game<\/a> while shooting 38.7% from three in his final year, showcasing the type of sharpshooting profile the Celtics clearly value.<\/p>\n While his Summer League stats<\/a> weren\u2019t eye-popping \u2014 5 points and 3.8 assists per game on just 24.1% from the field \u2014 Shulga flashed instincts that go beyond the box score. He was a steady hand on the ball, competed hard defensively, and showed signs of adapting to the NBA pace.<\/p>\n Role and Opportunity in Boston<\/p>\n With JD Davison<\/a> no longer in the mix, Shulga should slot into a featured G League role with Maine while having the opportunity to suit up in up to 50 NBA games under his two-way deal.<\/p>\n At 6-foot-5, Shulga\u2019s wiry frame might face challenges against NBA physicality. But his consistent three-point stroke and pesky full-court pressure defense could help him carve out a meaningful role.<\/p>\n He\u2019s already modeling his game after Donte DiVincenzo<\/a>, saying<\/a>:<\/p>\n \u201cHe knocks down open threes, plays defense, disrupts on the defensive end, and when it\u2019s needed, he can playmake, create his own shot, create for his teammates.\u201d<\/p>\n Max Shulga said he\u2019s looking to carve out a Donte Divincenzo role in the NBA, and that he\u2019s been watching a lot of his film: <\/p>\n \u201cHe knocks down open threes, plays defense, disrupts on the defensive end, and when it\u2019s needed, he can get on the ball.\u201d pic.twitter.com\/hm77b1aq7s<\/a>\n<\/p>\n \u2014 Noa Dalzell \ud83c\udfc0 (@NoaDalzell) July 16, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n It\u2019s a lofty comparison, but the skillset overlaps are real. DiVincenzo carved out his role as a glue guy \u2014 and that\u2019s exactly the kind of player the Celtics could use at the end of their bench.<\/p>\n What\u2019s Next for the Celtics?<\/p>\n Boston still has flexibility heading into the final weeks of the offseason. One standard roster spot remains open, as does a potential second two-way contract.<\/p>\n Ben Simmons<\/a> continues to float as a possible low-risk, high-upside swing. Meanwhile, second-round pick Amari Williams<\/a> is still unsigned and could factor into the team\u2019s frontcourt rotation if added.<\/p>\n Shulga may not be a headline-grabber \u2014 yet. But Boston\u2019s track record with player development suggests the front office sees more than just a flyer. He\u2019ll have every opportunity to prove them right.<\/p>\n \n\t\t\tKeith Watkins<\/a> Keith Watkins is a sports journalist covering the NBA for Heavy.com, with a focus on the Golden State Warriors, Boston Celtics, and Los Angeles Lakers. He previously wrote for FanSided, NBA Analysis Network, and Last Word On Sports. Keith is based in Bangkok, Thailand. More about Keith Watkins<\/a>\t\t<\/p>\n \n\t\t\tMore Heavy on Celtics\n\t\t<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\tLoading more stories\n\t\t<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t