Celtics waive guard JD Davison
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The Celtics selected Davison, 22, with the 53rd overall pick of the 2022 NBA Draft. He appeared in just 36 games over three seasons, averaging 1.9 points and 0.9 assists. He starred for the Celtics' G League affiliate in Maine this past season, averaging 25.6 points, 7.7 assists, and 5.1 rebounds en route to MVP honors. In April, Davison's two-way contract was converted to a standard NBA deal.
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