Celtics Reportedly Sought Reunion With Veteran Guard, Beat Out By Rival

Brad Stevens and company reportedly were hoping for a reunion with a former Boston Celtics guard, but ultimately lost out to a conference rival.

Josh Richardson, who played with Boston during the 2021-22 campaign, reportedly has joined the Miami Heat on a two-year deal worth $6 million. But before agreeing to head to South Beach, Richardson also garnered interest from the Celtics and Minnesota Timberwolves, according to Hoops Hype’s Michael Scotto.

The 29-year-old Richardson averaged 9.7 points on 44.3% shooting from the field in 44 games with the Celtics.

He ultimately was traded to the San Antonio Spurs in February of his lone season with the Celtics, a deal which resulted in Derrick White landing in Boston. Richardson has since gone on to play with the Spurs and New Orleans Pelicans, serving as a reserve guard as he averaged 10.1 points in 65 games last season.