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Houston Cougars basketball star Milos Uzan signs with Celtics
By Randy McIlvoy at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
University of Houston Men’s Basketball point guard Milos Uzan has joined the Boston Celtics after signing an Exhibit-10 contract on Thursday morning.Uzan joined forward/center Chris Cenac Jr, who was taken by the Celtics with the #27 overall pick in the NBA Draft First Round on Tuesday.Uzan becam...
Key takeaway Uzan joined forward/center Chris Cenac Jr, who was taken by the Celtics with the #27 overall pick in the NBA Draft First Round on Tuesday.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The recent signing of University of Houston Men's Basketball point guard Milos Uzan with the Boston Celtics has significant implications for the local basketball community in Magnolia . As Uzan joins fellow Cougars Chris Cenac Jr, Kingston Flemings, and Emanuel Sharp in the professional league, it reinforces the University of Houston's reputation as a breeding ground for NBA talent. This development is likely to inspire young basketball players in Magnolia, who can now look up to homegrown talent making it to the big leagues. The success of these players may also boost interest in local basketball programs, potentially leading to increased participation and investment in youth sports initiatives in the area. With several Cougars now in the NBA, Magnolia residents can take pride in their connection to the University of Houston's basketball program, and local fans will be eager to follow the progress of these players in their professional careers.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? University of Houston Men’s Basketball point guard Milos Uzan has joined the Boston Celtics after signing an Exhibit-10 contract on Thursday morning.Uzan joined forward/center Chris Cenac Jr, who was taken by the Celtics with the #27 overall pick in the NBA Draft First Round on Tuesday.Uzan becam...
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