Isaiah Thomas Makes Emotional Return to Celtics for Upcoming Season
In a move that has thrilled Boston fans and stirred deep emotions across the NBA, former Celtics star Isaiah Thomas is officially returning to the team for the upcoming season. After years of battling injuries and fighting for a spot back in the league, the 5-foot-9 guard has signed a deal that brings him back to the city where he became a fan favorite and MVP candidate.
Thomas played some of the best basketball of his career in Boston between 2015 and 2017, where he earned the nickname “The King in the Fourth” for his clutch performances. His unforgettable 2016-17 season, where he averaged 28.9 points per game and led the Celtics to the Eastern Conference Finals while playing through personal tragedy, remains one of the most inspiring stories in recent NBA history.
After being traded to the Cavaliers in the blockbuster deal for Kyrie Irving, Thomas struggled to regain his form due to a lingering hip injury. He bounced around the league in the years that followed, playing for several teams on short-term contracts, but never stopped believing in his comeback.
Now, at 36, Thomas returns to Boston with a new perspective and a chip on his shoulder. While he may no longer be the explosive scorer of his prime, he brings veteran leadership, playmaking, and an unmatched love for the game and the city.
“I never wanted to leave,” Thomas said in a recent interview. “Boston is home. I’m just grateful for another chance to wear green again.”
Whether he plays a significant on-court role or serves as a mentor in the locker room, Thomas’s return is about more than basketball—it’s a homecoming, a second chance, and a celebration of perseverance. Celtics fans couldn’t be happier.
