LAS VEGAS — A stellar first-half defensive effort and another impressive double-double performance from Charles Bassey propelled the Boston Celtics to a 94-81 win over the New York Knicks in an NBA 2K26 Summer League battle at Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas on Sunday.

The Boston Celtics have been quite busy this offseason. Ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft, they unloaded Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis in a pair of trades, and in free agency, they watched Luke Kornet bolt for the San Antonio Spurs,

The Summer League Celtics are now 2-0 after an impressive win over the New York Knicks in Las Vegas on Sunday, July 13. Baylor Scheierman set the tone, with the sophomore forward registering 13 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 3 steals. However, Scheierman's perimeter struggles limited his overall impact, as he went 1-of-7 from deep.

LAS VEGAS -- The Celtics led from start to finish Sunday night and pulled away in the second half for a 94-81 win over the Knicks in Summer League action. The victory improves Boston to 2-0 in Las Vegas, putting them in contention for the championship round halfway through their schedule.

The Boston Celtics are still looking for frontcourt help, and a recent addition to the Summer League roster could prove to be the answer.

LAS VEGAS — One of the most revealing moments of Hugo González’s summer league debut came at halftime.

As the Celtics search for frontcourt help, Chris Forsberg wonders if big man Charles Bassey can earn a role amid an impressive Summer League showing.