It was reported on Saturday by the Boston Globe that Demetrius Jackson has agreed to a guaranteed contract with the Celtics. Jackson was drafted in the 2nd round of last month’s NBA Draft and because of his second round status it meant that a contract and roster spot was not guaranteed to him. Now with this contract Jackson will be guaranteed a salary and a spot on Boston’s roster. The length and specifics of the deal are still unknown.
The news is somewhat surprising considering Jackson’s performance in the Summer League. Jackson only averaged 16.6 minutes, 5.