BOSTON —
Nikola Vučević returned to the Boston Celtics on April 5, 2026, after recovering from surgery on his fractured right finger. In his first game back against the Toronto Raptors, he played 13 minutes, scoring four points and grabbing four rebounds. Coach Joe Mazzulla emphasized Vučević’s role as a dynamic big man who can contribute both offensively and defensively as he acclimates to the team. Vučević expressed his focus on simplicity and building chemistry with teammates as the playoffs approach.
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