
Boston Celtics lose free agent forward to the Charlotte Hornets
Peterson played in 15 games for Maine last season. He averaged 20 points, 6.9 rebounds and 6 assists, shooting 40.4% from 3-point range and 44.2% from the field. The 6-foot-9 forward also suited up in 25 contests for the Celtics, where he shot 39.4% from the 3-point line. However, Peterson has now made the decision to move on from Boston.
According to a July 15 report from ESPN's Shams Charania, Peterson has signed a two-way contract with the Charlotte Hornets. He will now team back up with Charles Lee, with whom he worked throughout the 2023-24 season when both were with the Celtics.
Charlotte is in the very early stages of a roster rebuild. Peterson likely sees an opportunity to impress in the G League and potentially earn his way into Lee's rotation, with the hope of landing a full-time NBA contract. After coming close to cracking Boston's highly competitive roster last season, he is smart to bet on himself with the Hornets.
Peterson has made a move that could benefit his career. Now, the challenge is proving himself to a new coaching staff. If he can stay focused, he could be fighting for a rotational role in the NBA before too long.
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