What happened: Paul George said he plans to "give y'all everything" in Boston, calling the move "surreal" and himself "ecstatic" about the journey ahead. The comments followed the trade that sent Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia in the deal that brought George to the Celtics.

Why it matters: George's remarks are his most direct public commitment yet to Boston's retooled core heading into the 2026-27 season. With Brown gone, the Celtics are leaning on George to help anchor the roster the front office built around the trade.

What to watch: Watch for George's on-court debut and early training-camp reps as Boston builds its rotation for the 2026-27 season.