On October 16, 2025, the Boston Celtics acquired two-way player John Tonje from the Utah Jazz, trading Chris Boucher in the process. The 24-year-old Tonje, who had a strong season with the Salt Lake City Stars, reunites with former AAU teammate Baylor Scheierman, marking the first time the Celtics have two players from Nebraska. Tonje averaged 18 points and 4.1 rebounds per game this season after a notable NCAA Tournament run with the Wisconsin Badgers. Both players are excited about their reunion and the representation of Nebraska in the NBA.
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