Dec 2, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (11), center Luke Kornet (40) and forward Drew Peterson (13) stand on the court during a timeout during the second half against the Miami Heat at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Celtics Guard Shares Plans for Next Season Ahead of Massive Offseason

Originally posted on Boston Celtics on SI | By Ryan Stano | Last updated Jun 21, 2025 6:36 PM ET

The Boston Celtics are headed for a critical offseason as they try to get under the second apron. They need to make sure they don't suffer the penalties from the apron that could hamper them.

Boston needs to shed salary in order to slide under that second apron. It's highly unlikely that they are able to shed enough to get under both aprons, but they don't want to do that.

The Celtics could have more playing time available for guys who didn't get to play a lot this year. One guard who is looking to capitalize on that is Drew Peterson.

Peterson is currently on a two-way deal with Boston. He was able to get some valuable NBA experience this year, although he didn't play a ton.

Even though he played in just 25 games, he could be in line for more minutes next season if the Celtics trade Jrue Holiday. Peterson talked about his plans with Boston next year on The Garden Report.

Drew Peterson said he “loves Boston” and is back at the C’s facility ahead of free agency. His goal has been adding weight after seeing the physicality allowed in the NBA late this season and into the playoffs

He’s up to 202 lbs now and is aiming for 208-210 @TheGardenReport⁩ pic.twitter.com/9QGQVwBI5i
— Bobby Manning (@RealBobManning) June 21, 2025

"I love it here. It's been a couple of years, and I hope to be here for a long time...I love it here. I can't speak better of how much I love Boston and being in Boston, and the organization, top to bottom, is incredible."

Peterson acknowledged that it all depends on what happens this offseason if he'd be back playing in Boston or with the Maine Red Claws, but he's hopeful to be able to play in the NBA.

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While Peterson likely wouldn't get a massive amount of minutes next year if Holiday is traded, he certainly would have an opportunity to earn more time.

He was able to play late in the season and learn what it is like to play at the NBA level. Peterson probably needs a little more seasoning in the G-League, though.

Peterson acknowledged that he is trying to get stronger so that he can deal with the physicality of the NBA game. He knows how big the gap is in strength.

In 25 games with the Celtics this year, Peterson averaged 2.2 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 0.5 assists per game.

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