Oct 13, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead (23) and Boston Celtics forward Anton Watson (28) battle for a loose ball during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Boston Celtics Release Player After Nuggets Game

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Mar 2, 2025 5:05 PM ET

On Sunday afternoon, the Boston Celtics beat the Denver Nuggets (at home) by a score of 110-103.

Anton Watson did not appear in the game, but he was with the team.

Via Justin Turpin of WEEI: "All three two-way guys (JD Davison, Anton Watson, and Drew Peterson) are in Boston with the #Celtics today.

They are going through some drills with the Player Development coaches right now."

All three two-way guys (JD Davison, Anton Watson, and Drew Peterson) are in Boston with the #Celtics today.

They are going through some drills with the Player Development coaches right now. pic.twitter.com/pO4XbzTRBb
— Justin Turpin (@JustinmTurpin) March 2, 2025

After the game, the team announced that they had waived Watson.

Via Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe: "#Celtics announce they have waived two-way forward and second-round pick Anton Watson. Likely paving the way for another two-way signing."

#Celtics announce they have waived two-way forward and second-round pick Anton Watson. Likely paving the way for another two-way signing.
— gary washburn (@GwashburnGlobe) March 2, 2025