Celtics' Sam Hauser agrees to four-year, $45 million contract extension, per reports
Hauser originally signed with the Celtics as an undrafted free agent in 2021
www.cbssports.comDirect answer: Sam Hauser’s contract extension with the Boston Celtics was reported as four years, about $45 million, with the deal announced in July 2024. The extension was part of Boston’s ongoing efforts to maintain continuity after their 2023-24 championship run.
Context and details:
- What it covers: A four-year extension that keeps Hauser under Celtics control beyond the 2024-25 season, locking in his role as a sharpshooter off the bench.
- Financials: Reported at $45 million total, which places Hauser in a multi-year, mid-level-ish tier for the Celtics’ payroll structure at the time.
- Implications for the team: The move underscores Boston’s strategy of preserving core pieces while navigating tax and apron constraints that come with multiple high-salaried extensions.
Notes:
- Some outlets highlighted the cap/tax considerations and the potential impact on future roster moves as the extension kicks in, particularly around the 2025-26 and 2026-27 seasons.
- If you’d like, I can pull the most recent updates beyond July 2024 or summarize how Hauser’s role on the Celtics has evolved since signing the extension.