BOSTON — The defending world champion Boston Celtics have signed Stephon Marbury after his buyout had been completed earlier in the week and he cleared waivers this morning.
The 32-year-old Marbury finished a troubled tenure in New York by reaching a buyout agreement in which he was believed to have given up $2 million of the $21.7 million he was due this season.
Celtics President Danny Ainge said: “Our entire organization is confident in the belief that Stephon can play an important role in helping us to win another championship”
Marbury, a two-time NBA all-star, has averaged 19.7 points and 7.8 assists for his career. He should add some depth at the guard position the Celtics had been wanting and be counted on for 12-15 minutes a night off the bench.
He is expected to suit up for Friday night’s contest against the Indiana Pacers.
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