Ron Harper Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Boston Celtics

"I retired him" - Ron Harper recalls posterizing Julius Erving as a rookie Dr. J would later admit that the dunk was the first time he thought anyone had bested him in his career.

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Slides back to bench Harper will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Harper made a spot start Tuesday, but now that Jaylen Brown is available, Harper will return to his typical bench role. He logged eight points, five rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block across 30 minutes Tuesday.

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Ron Harper Jr.'s emergence proves the Celtics' genius in finding talent Ron Harper Jr. has proven that he can hold down minutes in the Boston Celtics' rotation, while he's still on a two-way deal.

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Starting sans Brown Harper will start Tuesday's game against the Suns, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact With Jaylen Brown (knee) out, Harper will get the starting nod for the second time this season. The two-way player has appeared in five outings (one start) so far this month, during which he has averaged 4.4 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 16.6 minutes per contest. During his lone start in a win over Houston on Feb. 4, he posted 11 points, nine rebounds and three assists in 33 minutes.

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Ron Harper shares how much Kobe Bryant was obsessed with Michael Jordan: "Every day he talk about MJ" Kobe wanted to be like Mike.

FEBRUARY 20 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

"23 will get you over the hill" - Ron Harper breaks down the real difference between MJ and Pippen Ron Harper settles the MJ vs. Pippen debate, revealing the distinct "personality mix" that allowed the two legendary egos to coexist for six...

FEBRUARY 19 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Celtics Make Ron Harper Jr. Announcement Ahead Of All-Star Break The Celtics announced that Ron Harper Jr. will be participating in the Shooting Stars challenge alongside his father and brother.

FEBRUARY 7 • NESN.COM

Not starting Friday Harper won't start Friday's game against the Heat, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact With Sam Hauser back in action following a one-game absence due to a thumb issue, Harper will slide to the second unit. The two-way player was productive during his spot start in Wednesday's win over Houston, but he isn't guaranteed to see significant playing time Friday.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Impressive in first NBA start Harper registered 11 points (4-8 FG, 3-7 3Pt), nine rebounds and three assists over 33 minutes during Boston's 114-93 win over Houston on Wednesday.

Impact Harper has spent the vast majority of the 2025-26 season in the G League with the Maine Celtics. Despite appearing in just seven games with Boston prior to Wednesday's contest, head coach Joe Mazulla gave Harper the starting nod for the first time in the latter's NBA career due to the absence of Jaylen Brown (hamstring/knee). Harper took advantage of the opportunity, showcasing his energy with four offensive rebounds while showing his range from beyond the arc. Brown will likely be back for Friday's game against the Heat, but Harper's performance against Houston may have earned him some rotational minutes in the short term.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Harper will start Wednesday against the Rockets, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.

Impact Harper has made just seven appearances for the Celtics this season and played a total of 35 minutes, but he'll get the starting nod Wednesday with Jaylen Brown (hamstring/knee) out. Joining Harper in the first unit will be Derrick White, Baylor Scheierman, Luka Garza and Neemias Queta.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics breakout just earned an All-Star Weekend honor nobody saw coming One of the Boston Celtics' young wings earned the chance to compete during this year's NBA All-Star Weekend. Ron Harper Jr. will be a Rising...

JANUARY 28 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Rare appearance in win Harper amassed three points (1-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt) and three rebounds over six minutes during Saturday's 132-106 victory over Atlanta.

Impact Harper logged six minutes during garbage time, making an appearance for just the fifth time this season. With Boston likely pushing for a playoff spot, there is almost no way Harper will be able to force himself into the nightly rotation, making him a non-factor in all fantasy formats.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana takes on Boston, aims to end 4-game skid

Indiana looks to break its four-game skid when the Pacers take on Boston

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Toronto plays Boston, looks to end home skid

Toronto aims to stop its 4-game home skid with a victory over Boston

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Jaquez and the Heat visit conference foe Boston

Miami visits Boston for an Eastern Conference matchup Friday

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Pistons face the Celtics, seek 4th straight win

Detroit will look to keep its three-game win streak alive when the Pistons take on Boston

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Celtics add three players to injury report for game vs. Bucks Chris Boucher, Amari Williams, and Ron Harper Jr. have been added to the Boston Celtics' injury report for their game against the Milwaukee...

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Cleared to play Tuesday Harper (calf) is listed as available for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact The two-way player had been sidelined for the G League Maine Celtics' previous two games Friday and Sunday due to a right calf injury, but he's back with the parent club and has seemingly since returned to full health. Harper has played just 15 total minutes over three appearances with Boston this season and is unlikely to be included in the rotation Tuesday.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics' latest project just earned big honor that should make eyes pop Boston Celtics two-way guard Ron Harper Jr. was named the NBA G League player of the week.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Phil Pressey Details Developmental Focus Celtics' Two-Way Trio - NESN.com The Boston Celtics have three players on two-way contracts. Rookies Max Shulga and Amari Williams are both developing their games with the M...

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • NESN.COM

Celtics' Two-Way Player Shines With Career-High In G League Win Ron Harper Jr. had a career night as he helped the Maine Celtics defeat the Delaware Blue Coats to record three straight wins.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • NESN.COM

Ron Harper compared himself to Kawhi Leonard and Trevor Ariza: "Them guys play the whole floor" Harper sees himself in Leonard and Ariza.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Ron Harper revealed how he would try to stop LeBron James: "Help, help, help, help" Ron Harper couldn’t imagine how he would be able to stop LeBron

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Ron Harper Jr. on how his shot at a two way spot with the Boston Celtics came about "As soon as my stint was over (with the Detroit Pistons), I was gathering options," explained Harper.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Jerry Reinsdorf warned Scottie Pippen about his extension with Bulls in 1991: "Halfway through it you're going to think you're underpaid" Ron Harper and Toni Kukoc earned nearly double what Pippen made in 1997-98 season.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

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