Boston Celtics kick off 2026 NBA free agency by signing 19-year veteran

San Antonio Spurs v Memphis Grizzlies - Game Three MEMPHIS, TN - MAY 25: Mike Conley #11 of the Memphis Grizzlies reacts after making a three-pointer in the first half while taking on the San Antonio Spurs during Game Three of the Western Conference Finals of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at the FedExForum on May 25, 2013 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) (Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Denver Nuggets v Utah Jazz - Game Three LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 21: Mike Conley #10 of the Utah Jazz reacts after being fouled against the Denver Nuggets during the third quarter in Game Three of the Western Conference First Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 21, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) (Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Cleveland Cavaliers v Minnesota Timberwolves MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JANUARY 08: Mike Conley #10 of the Minnesota Timberwolves brings the ball up court during the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Target Center on January 08, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tyler Clouse/Getty Images) (Tyler Clouse/Getty Images)

Golden State Warriors v Minnesota Timberwolves - Game Five MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 14: Mike Conley #10 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts against the Golden State Warriors during the first quarter in Game Five of the Western Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Target Center on May 14, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ellen Schmidt/Getty Images) (Ellen Schmidt/Getty Images)

Oklahoma City Thunder v Memphis Grizzlies - Game Four MEMPHIS, TN - MAY 13: Mike Conley #11 of the Memphis Grizzlies motions to teammates in the last seconds as the Grizzlies defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder 103-97 in overtime to win Game Four of the Western Conference Semifinals of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on May 13, 2013 in Memphis, Tennessee. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) (Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Utah Jazz v Indiana Pacers INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - NOVEMBER 27: Mike Conley #10 of the Utah Jazz dribbles the ball against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on November 27, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) (Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Minnesota Timberwolves v Chicago Bulls CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - NOVEMBER 07: Mike Conley #10 of the Minnesota Timberwolves dribbles up the court against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at the United Center on November 07, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

San Antonio Spurs v Minnesota Timberwolves - Game Six MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 15: Mike Conley #10 of the Minnesota Timberwolves dribbles the ball against the San Antonio Spurs in the first quarter in Game Six of the Second Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Target Center on May 15, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images) (David Berding/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Clippers v Utah Jazz - Game Five SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - JUNE 16: Mike Conley #10 of the Utah Jazz warms up before Game Five of the Western Conference second-round playoff series against the LA Clippers at Vivint Smart Home Arena on June 16, 2021 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images) (Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

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By Frank O'Laughlin

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics have officially dipped their toes into the 2026 NBA free agency pool.

According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Celtics are signing 19-year veteran point guard Mike Conley to a one-year deal.

Conley’s upcoming season with Boston will mark his 20th in the league, making him the 14th player in history to reach that milestone.

The 38-year-old previously spent 14 years with the Memphis Grizzlies before four-year stops with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Utah Jazz.

In 1,226 career games, Conley has averaged 13.6 points and 5.5 assists. His best season came in 2018-19, when he averaged 21.4 points and 6.4 assists per game for Memphis.

Conley, a former All-Star, managed just 4.5 points and 2.9 assists per game in 54 appearances for Minnesota last season.

The NBA free agency negotiation period officially opened on Tuesday night. Official contracts can’t be signed until Sunday, July 6.

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